For best flavor, cucumber harvest should occur when they are 6-8 inches long and 1-2 inches in diameter. Because cucumbers are pollinated by bees are differing times, multiple harvests will occur …

There are primarily two types of cucumbers, slicing and pickling. Cucumbers can be grown successfully in almost any good soil. They need to receive full sunlight throughout the day. For early crops and …

Weed control in cucumber production is through a variety of methods including use of cover crops and mulches, cultivation and hand weeding, and applications of herbicides targeting the specific types of …

You can cover new plantings with floating row cover to prevent cucumber beetles and other insects. Remove row covers when plants begin to flower. Plastic or organic mulches can help heat the soil …

When choosing cucumber varieties to suit your needs as a grower, it is helpful to understand the terminology surrounding the different types, their pollination needs, and a few other key features.

24/2025 Mid-Atlantic Commercial Vegetable Produc. n Recommendations The recommendations are NOT for home gardener use. The full manual, containing recommendations specific to New Jersey, …

· DIP IT - Cut cucumbers into sticks for a healthy, hydrating, crunchy snack to dip into hummus or yogurt-based dips. · SALADS - Slice cucumbers for a crisp addition to salads, offering a refreshing …