Cucumber

While bananas are not toxic to felines, they can cause them some stomach upset so it may be linked to an innate sense of distrust.… Read More »Why Are Cats Scared Of Cucumbers And Bananas?

The short answer is yes, cucumbers make a great addition to any hamster’s diet. Can hamsters eat the skin of a cucumber? The thick rind… Read More »Can Hamsters Eat Cucumber?

Cats are hard-wired to be very territorial of their food, and for all they know, this cucumber may be poised to steal some kibble. A… Read More »Why Are Cats Scared Of Cucumbers?

Fill small 5cm pots with peat-free, multi-purpose compost and sow the seeds vertically or on their sides (not flat), 1cm-2cm deep. Sow two cucumber seeds… Read More »Which Way Do You Plant Cucumber Seeds?

Organic Mulches Chopped or shredded leaves work well as a summer mulch choice for cucumbers. Allowing moisture to seep into the soil while protecting the… Read More »What Kind Of Mulch Is Best For Cucumbers?

Cucumber, 96% water They’re also low in calories, and a source of vitamins and fibre. Tip: Add cucumber to your salads, snack on cucumber vegetable… Read More »How Much Water Does A Cucumber?

Cucumbers (Cucumis sativus) love warmth, but finding a cucumber plant wilting in the sun when it is too intense is an all-too-common problem. Why is… Read More »Do Cucumbers Wilt In The Sun?

Like other summer vine crops, cucumbers are heavy feeders and demand a steady supply of water. Work plenty of organic matter (compost, well-rotted manure) into… Read More »Are Cucumbers Heavy Feeders?

Can you grow cucumbers from slice rather than seed? No, you will need seeds if you wish to grow cucumbers. The seeds have to come… Read More »Can I Plant A Piece Of Cucumber?

It’s caused by either fusarium, verticillium, or pythium in soil. Early signs are the lower leaves wilting, turning to a darker orange-yellow tinge, then eventually… Read More »Why Are My Cucumber Vines Rotting?