Question 1

Is it bad if cucumbers are yellow?

Accepted Answer

Many consumers might be confused when they see a cucumber that is yellow and think that it is bad. However, they are actually not toxic as long as they are fresh.

The reason why some cucumbers turn yellow is due to the amount of chlorophyll they have stored in their leaves. In order to get rid of this chlorophyll, some vegetables need to be placed in the sun for a certain period of time before the color change takes place.

Question 2

Can you pickle cucumbers that have turned yellow?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but you need to make sure that they are not too soft before you start. If the cucumber is extremely soft when submerged in the vinegar solution, it will not take on any color or taste as effectively or as quickly as one that is still firm enough for good pickling.

Question 3

Why are my cucumbers yellow and fat?

Accepted Answer

Cucumbers are meant to be green on the outside and white on the inside, but it's not uncommon for them to turn yellow, brown or even red if they don't get enough sunlight and proper care. Other reasons could be because you're overfeeding them or too much moisture is present in your soil.

Question 4

What does an overwatered cucumber plant look like?

Accepted Answer

An over-watered cucumber plant will look wilted. The leaves will droop. The leaves will turn a darker shade of green. The color of the cucumber plant will be dull, not bright green.

A well-watered cucumber plant is bright green with leaves that are puffed up. There are also more spikes on the cucumbers which mean that there is more water in them and it's getting all of its nutrients from the soil.

Question 5

Should I water cucumbers every day?

Accepted Answer

One of the most common questions that home gardeners have is whether cucumbers need to be watered every day or if it’s okay to water less.

Cucumbers are a warm season vegetable, meaning the best time to plant them is when you can plant warm season vegetables in your area. In the US, cooler regions should wait until June-July and warmer regions should plant their cucumber vines in March-April. In warmer climates, water your cucumbers every day to ensure they stay moist and healthy. In cooler climates, one watering a week is enough, but make sure it’s a deep watering that fully saturates the soil down at least 10 inches.

Question 6

Do cucumbers like full sun?

Accepted Answer

Cucumbers are plants which need to grow in an environment with enough sunlight for photosynthesis, and cucumber plants like full sun because they need for their photosynthesis process to work properly, without any shade or insufficient sunlight.

Question 7

What fertilizer is best for cucumbers?

Accepted Answer

I recommend using nitrogen fertilizer for cucumbers.

Nitrogen fertilizer is ideal for cucumbers because it produces healthy leaves and fruit, which are great for growing a bountiful harvest.

Question 8

Do cucumbers do well in shade?

Accepted Answer

Cucumbers do well in both light and shade. While they do need 6-8 hours of direct sunlight each day, you can place them in partial shade if you want them to grow slower.