8 Tips for Successfully Growing Cucumbers In Pots

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Cucumbers can be a little tricky to grow. But with our 8 tips for growing cucumbers in pots, you are sure to get a bountiful harvest even if you don’t have a garden.

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1. Choose a sunny location

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2. Pick the right pot

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3. Fill your pot with rich soil

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4. Direct sow your seeds

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5. Water consistently and add fertilizer as needed

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8 Tips for Successfully Growing Cucumbers In Pots

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Cucumbers can be a little tricky to grow. But with our 8 tips for growing cucumbers in pots, you are sure to get a bountiful harvest even if you don’t have a garden.

1. Choose a sunny location

1. Choose a sunny location

2. Pick the right pot

2. Pick the right pot

3. Fill your pot with rich soil

3. Fill your pot with rich soil

4. Direct sow your seeds

4. Direct sow your seeds

5. Water consistently and add fertilizer as needed

5. Water consistently and add fertilizer as needed

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