Growing your own cucumbers to pickle or add crunch to salads is easier than you may think. This tender fruit loves warm weather and can grow in the ground or containers, so long as the plants receive ...

Cucumbers are among the most popular vegetables for home gardening. Over months, the plants are nurtured from seed to fruit. However, cucumbers can be a bit unforgiving if conditions aren’t right.

Plant cucumbers outside after the last frost once the soil has warmed to 60°F to 70°F, which is generally late May to early June. Start cucumber seeds indoors 3 to 4 weeks before the last frost, and ...

The Armenian cucumber, also known as snake cucumber or yard-long cucumber, is a type of melon (Cucumis melo). Locally known as kakrri, it is extremely popular among kitchen gardeners, with one reason ...

Cucumbers can sometimes dry out while still on the plant. This isn't always a cause for concern. Photo: Getty Images Anyone who has planted cucumbers in their garden or on their balcony is likely ...

This tender crop grows best in areas with full sun and well-draining soil. Growing your own cucumbers to pickle or add crunch to salads is easier than you may think. This tender fruit loves warm ...