Why Are My Cucumbers White & Solutions To Fix Them

07/22/202211/13/2021 by Jeremy Starke

Why Are My Cucumbers White & Ways To Fix Them

Last updated: 5/10/22

We love to grow cucumbers here at the Green Thumb Gardener house. My daughter is always looking to pick the best cucumbers once they are ripe.

Once when my daughter went to harvest a few cucumber fruits she planted, she came upon a white cucumber and asked me why are my cucumbers white and are they safe to eat.

As an experienced gardener & lover of cukes, I knew there were a few possibilities that it could be which I’ll share with you.

Why Are My Cucumbers White & Ways To Fix Them

Last updated: 5/10/22

We love to grow cucumbers here at the Green Thumb Gardener house. My daughter is always looking to pick the best cucumbers once they are ripe.

Once when my daughter went to harvest a few cucumber fruits she planted, she came upon a white cucumber and asked me why are my cucumbers white and are they safe to eat.

As an experienced gardener & lover of cukes, I knew there were a few possibilities that it could be which I’ll share with you.

Why Are My Cucumbers White & Ways To Fix Them

Last updated: 5/10/22

We love to grow cucumbers here at the Green Thumb Gardener house. My daughter is always looking to pick the best cucumbers once they are ripe.

Once when my daughter went to harvest a few cucumber fruits she planted, she came upon a white cucumber and asked me why are my cucumbers white and are they safe to eat.

As an experienced gardener & lover of cukes, I knew there were a few possibilities that it could be which I’ll share with you.

Growing Cucumbers in Containers

06/06/202205/23/2021 by Jeremy Starke

Growing Cucumbers in Containers

Last updated: 05/24/21

You might be wondering if you can grow cucumbers from seed if you are limited for space. Maybe you grew tomatoes on your balcony before, but not quite certain if it would work to grow cucumbers in pots.

Cucumbers need to vine up and can grow all over the place but is if ok on a porch?

Growing cucumbers in containers is actually pretty easy when you follow our best tips below.

Why Are My Cucumber Leaves Turning Yellow?

07/02/202207/20/2020 by Jeremy Starke

Why Are My Cucumber Leaves Turning Yellow?

Last Updated 7/2/2022

I remember the first time I saw yellow foliage on my cucumber plants. The cucumbers were freely climbing, clinging, flowering and giving a bounty of fruit on trellis I built.

It baffled me and caused me to ask Why are my cucumber leaves turning yellow?

You will learn some of the common causes of cucumber leaves turning yellow and some solutions that I rapidly employ to fix things.

Cucumber Harvest | Know When to Pick Cucumbers

06/11/202105/30/2020 by Jeremy Starke

Cucumber Harvest | When to Pick Cucumbers

Last updated: 05/30/20

One day my parents said they would visit us at lunchtime. Tim and I were excited and we started planning. They just love crunchy cucumbers and there was Tim’s garden so that was fine.

About lunchtime, we heard the car. I had a last look at the table and, Oh no, The cucumbers were not on the table! With scissors in hand, I ran out, clipped four firm-ripe cucumbers, sliced them, and dashed to the table. Phew! That was exactly when to pick cucumbers, I told myself.

How Long Do Pickles Last | Best Storage Tips

06/11/202102/02/2020 by Jeremy Starke

How Long Do Pickles Last | Best Storage Tips

Last updated: 02/02/20

Pickles are a favorite snack that we love to have in our homes. You might be curious as ask just how long do pickles last.

Our ancestors did not have the luxury of having a refrigerator or freezer to store all of their harvest.

If you garden and grow cucumbers..you might know that cucumbers come out like gangbusters once they start growing.

Pickles’s shelf life really depends on the many ways & methods that you choose to store it.

Pickles in a jar will last 1-2 years if left unopened
Pickles will last for 12-18 months in the fridge if opened.
Fermented pickles will last 1-2 years
Frozen pickles will last for 2-12 months in the freezer.

You will discover the shelf life of pickles, plus some tips on how to maximize your pickle storage life.

Our suggestions are based on the premise that you properly follow the practices of food preservation.

As always, use your best judgment when trying to determine when something is no longer edible or safe to eat.

40 Best Cucumber Varieties You Want to Grow

10/31/202106/12/2019 by Jeremy Starke

40 Best Cucumber Varieties You Want to Grow

Last updated: 10/31/21

Growing cucumbers have transitioned from the ancient times in the Indus valley to modern-day gardening.

The first cucumber varieties were somewhat bitter. This was a defensive mechanism to keep animals from eating them before they were ripe.

Cucumbers have become an integral part of meals, especially when making pickles and salad.

Take some time and learn more about the types of cucumbers as well as some of the best cucumber growing tips