By Felder Rushing Gardening Columnist Call it “selective indignation,” but though I don’t cut my long hair, I do shave my ...

Cucumbers are hungry crops that need lots of water and feed to ensure they produce a bumper crop of fruits. If you want a bounty of cucumbers for salads or sandwiches throughout the summer, then ...

The monsoon season requires special care for vegetable gardens. Choose hardy crops like spinach and radishes. Raise garden ...

Some of our cucumbers are bitter. I’ve heard that once a plant produces bitter cucumbers it will always produce bitter ...

Water deeply, which encourages root growth, making plants more drought tolerant. It is best to water in the morning since it ...

Bixley Mill with Cephalaria gigantea and Cotinus (Image: Norfolk School of Gardening) Its informal look makes it perfect for a cottage garden. Grow in rich, moist, well-drained soil, in full sun or ...

If you're growing cucumbers in containers or grow bags, don't skip out on this one simple soil addition that'll improve drainage and help ensure healthy roots.

The summer sun is hot, and the days are long, but don’t be fooled into thinking you’re out of the growing game for this year.

Q: Last year, my cucumber plants kept wilting, no matter how moist the soil was. How can I help them fare better this year? A: You probably ran into bacterial wilt, a common disease that affects ...

Whether you choose to prune heavily or lightly, good air circulation is essential for healthy plants and quality fruit. Find out here how to prune cucumbers for easy maintenance and a bountiful crop.