If you are a lover of cucumbers then English cucumbers are a great variety to try. They are flavorful and are relatively easy to grow, which makes them great no matter your experience level as a gardener. They make a great addition to any garden and will be a new favorite.
There are nearly 100 types of cucumbers, however, the most common varieties are slicing, pickling and English. These types vary by size, texture, appearance, and taste.
After around eight weeks of planting your seeds, the plant will likely begin to bloom. As the cucumbers begin to grow, you can use a stake, wire cage, or fence to prevent the cucumbers from being on the ground.
Burpless cucumbers are types of cucumbers that contain little to no cucurbitacin. Cucurbitacin is the compound in cucumbers that gives them a bitter taste and can cause indigestion.
English cucumbers are a great variety of cucumbers that you can grow in your own garden from seeds. You can grow them in a garden bed or a pot, depending on if you have a yard or live in an apartment.