If an abundant harvest is the goal, companion planting is the secret weapon any gardener can use. Companion planting helps reduce pests and disease while maximizing space and crop yield. When deciding ...

The best gardeners know that the secret to successful crops often involves more than just planting seeds and watering. Companion planting, the strategic placement of certain plants together for mutual ...

From gherkins to slicers, cucumbers are among the most widely planted garden crops. Cucumbers are relatively easy to grow but can be plagued by a variety of insect and disease pests. We can encourage ...

Cucumbers can easily be grown in pots, and varieties with "bush" in their names are usually the best option. A pot 12 to 24 inches in diameter and 12 inches deep is an ideal size to start growing ...

Homegrown cucumbers are fabulous and it’s relatively easy to grow cucumbers from seed. The most important thing to know about growing cucumbers is that there are two main types of cucumbers. Some can ...