Buy an air fryer, an e-bike or any new contraption, and it comes with an owner's manual, a densely worded book of instructions in teeny-tiny type when you just want to start frying and riding. That's ...

The cucumber plant germinates easily, grows quickly, and produces lots of crunchy, kid-friendly vegetables, making this a rewarding crop for beginners as well as a trusty market-garden staple. If you ...

Starting a garden can be daunting, but it doesn't have to be. Proper research and dedication will be needed, but the reward of fresh vegetables from your own backyard will be worth it. While every ...

When grown indoors, cucumbers need nutrient-rich, somewhat acidic, and well-draining potting soil. Meekins recommends Fafard ...

Pros share tips for growing your best cucumbers yet—starting with when to plant them. Cucumbers thrive in warm, sunny conditions and should be planted outdoors only after soil temperatures reach at ...

Cucumbers are among the most popular garden vegetables, and growing them can be rewarding and delicious. Cucumbers thrive in Iowa’s warm summer and quickly produce a bounty of fresh, homegrown ...

Cucumbers are one of the easiest plants you can grow in your summer garden, but just how many cucumbers you can expect to harvest from a single plant depends on several different factors. Some of it ...

With some planning and patience, master gardener John Martin shows how beginners can transform their backyard into a thriving oasis of homegrown food. To establish the condition of your soil, perform ...

Cucumbers thrive in warm, sunny conditions and should be planted outdoors only after soil temperatures reach at least 70 degrees Fahrenheit, typically a few weeks after the last frost. To keep ...