Homegrown cucumbers are much tastier than store-bought, and they're easy to grow. Want to learn more? Read our cucumber growing guide.

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The trick is to let them grow up not out. There are few summer crops more refreshing than a perfectly crisp cucumber. Whether you're making a tangy cucumber salad or assembling perfect little cucumber ...

Once slicing and salad cucumbers like this Asian variety reach an ideal length, they should be harvested while they are still slender. A deep soak once or twice a week and mulch over the soil can ...

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Starting a garden can be daunting, but it doesn't have to be. Proper research and dedication will be needed, but the reward of fresh vegetables from your own backyard will be worth it. While every ...