How to grow Cucucmber Lebanese
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Background
Cucumbers have been cultivated for at least 3,000 years, being first domesticated in ancient India. From there, they spread both west and east, with Greeks and Romans credited for introducing them into Europe.
In ancient Rome, Emperor Tiberius loved cucumbers so much that he demanded to have it on his table, everyday, year round! No small feat for his gardeners, who cultivated the cucumbers in raised, wheeled beds so that they could move them around for maximum sun exposure!
In the middle ages, the Holy Roman emperor Charlemagne had cucumbers grown in his gardens in the 8th/9th century. What is it with emperors and cucumbers?
From there, they spread further across Europe, eventually to England and then on to the Americas. Now, people all over the world enjoy delicious cucumbers!
Health Benefits
Homegrown, organic cucumbers are good for you!
Cucumbers are an excellent source of vitamin C and potassium. Including cucumbers as part of a healthy, whole food diet can protect the body against chronic disease, heart diseease and stroke! It’s also a great source of fibre which is essential for a healthy gut!
Growing Tips and Tricks
Location:
Cucumbers prefer full sun and well-drained soil. They can be grown in the garden, in containers, or in a greenhouse. If you are growing cucumbers in the ground, choose a spot that gets at least 6 hours of sun per day. The soil should be rich in organic matter and well-drained.
Watering:
Cucumbers need to be watered regularly, but be careful not to overwater. The soil should be moist, but not soggy.
Common Problems
Pests: Cucumbers are susceptible to a few pests including aphids and cucumber beetles,You can control these by keeping your plants healthy or using neem oil in a pinch.
Disease: Cucumbers are also susceptible to a fungal disease called downy mildew. This disease can be prevented by planting cucumbers in a well-drained area and by avoiding overhead watering.
Patch to plate
Is there anything more refreshing than a chilled, crunchy cucumber on a hot summer’s day? Cucumbers are crunchy and juicy and have a subtle, refreshing flavour, making them perfect for all kinds of delicious summer recipes. Here’s a few suggestions to get you inspired in the kitchen
- Served with tomatoes. olives, red onions and feta as a part of a delicious greek salad
- Turned into a delicious pickle, perfect for putting on toasted sangas or serving alongside some firm cheese and cured meats.
- Served with a spicy dressing, coriander, chilli and shredded lettuce as a thai inspired salad
When to plant
- Tropical: Spring-Summer
- Savannah: Spring-Summer
- Arid: Spring-Summer
- Subtropical: Spring-Summer
- Warm Temperate: Spring-Summer
- Cool Temperate: Spring-Summer
- Mediterranean: Spring-Summer
Seed Sowing
- Spacings: 40cm
- SOW depth: 10mm
- Direct SOW: Yes
- Transplant: No
