You don’t need a lot of space to have a garden. Despite the fact that this is a known fact, a lot of people are discouraged for trying new projects in this field. The suggestion of growing cucumbers vertically might be just the right choice for you. It is good even if you only own a small amount of land, like a narrow side yard.
The cucumber plant can spread in a large area when it is grown on rows or hills. A raised bed or a tall trellis will help you with the matter of space. It is preferred you use 12 inch deep and 12 inch wide containers in this DIY project.
The soil involved should be loose and deep, well-drained, and neutral in pH. Also, make sure it is rich in organic matter. The right temperature to properly grow cucumbers is between 60 and 95 degrees Fahrenheit (15 – 35 Celsius).
Choose the right kind of cucumber. Varieties that are well-suited for vertical growing include the Bush Champion, Spacemaster, Hybrid Bush Crop, Baby Bush, Bush Pickle, and Potluck. Select a large pot. The pot should be a minimum of 12 inches in both diameter and depth.
Make sure your pot has drainage holes. Use a good quality potting mix or potting soil. Combine equal parts potting soil, perlite, sphagnum peat moss, and compost for a simple yet beneficial blend. Add a good fertilizer into the soil mix to provide your plants with an additional boost in nutrition.
Follow the instructions on the next video from Gary Pilarchik and easily grow your cucumbers vertically!
