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Cool, crunchy, and easy to grow, cucumbers add a refreshing taste to salads, soups, appetizers—even beverages! So, get ready to learn all about how to grow this popular crop. According to the National Gardening Association, nearly half of all American households grow cucumbers—second… READ MORE
You’ve heard the expression “cool as a cucumber”? Well it’s absolutely true! Cucumbers have been used for their cooling and refreshing properties for thousands of years. Not only do many international cuisines incorporate the cucumber in their repertoire, but people have eaten and applied cucumbers to their skin… READ MORE
Cucumbers (Cucumis sativus) thrive in USDA Hardiness Zones 4 through 12. These zones cover a wide range of climates across the United States, making cucumbers a versatile crop for many gardeners. Here’s a breakdown of the zones and some example states: Recommended Growing Zones for Cucumbers Zones 4-6: These zones cover the cooler regions of… READ MORE
Getting your cucumber garden started every season begins with the choice of how to grow your plants—from seeds or seedlings? Buying seedlings at your local nursery is quicker and easier, but your choices are limited to what they carry, and the cost of seedlings will likely exceed the cost of starting from seeds. READ MORE
