How to easily grow cucumbers in a hanging garden: growing cucumbers from seeds
Growing cucumbers in a hanging garden is a great way to optimize space and enjoy an abundant harvest. Follow these simple steps to grow your own cucumbers from seeds.
1. Choosing the right cucumber varieties
Before starting to grow cucumbers, choose the right varieties for hanging garden cultivation. Choose compact varieties suitable for vertical growth such as pickle-type cucumbers.
2. Prepare the substrate
- Fill a suitable hanging garden container with a mixture of soil rich in organic matter.
- Add compost or organic fertilizer to enrich the substrate and promote cucumber growth.
3. Plant cucumber seeds
Plant the cucumber seeds in the substrate following the package instructions. Make sure you leave enough space between the seeds to allow optimal growth.
4. Water regularly
- Keep the substrate moist by regularly watering cucumber plants. Make sure you do not let the water stagnate in the container to avoid fungal diseases.
- Prefer watering in the morning to promote absorption of water by plants.
5. Provide vertical support
To promote the vertical growth of cucumbers, install a suitable support so that plants can hang and climb.
6. Fertilize regularly
- Bring a balanced vegetable fertilizer every two weeks to ensure healthy growth and abundant cucumber harvest.
- Avoid fertilizers that are too rich in nitrogen that promote leaf development at the expense of fruit.
7. Monitoring pests and diseases
Regularly inspect cucumber plants for pests or diseases. Treat them quickly using biological methods or natural solutions.
8. Harvest cucumbers
Cucumbers are ready to be harvested when they have reached sufficient size and uniform colour. Cut them gently with a knife to avoid damaging the plant.
With these simple tips, you can easily grow cucumbers in a hanging garden and enjoy delicious fresh vegetables to enjoy throughout the season.