Cucumbers are tasty and healthy vegetables that grow quickly and are easy to care for. In the article, we will talk about the stages of growth of cucumbers.
Seedlings
After planting, the seeds germinate, as a rule, within 10 days.
Small leaves form first.
If the sprouts are too close to each other, the ridge needs to be thinned out.
Active growth
Within a few weeks, the cucumbers grow into large vines and the leaves take on a jagged shape along the edges.
When the vines begin to squirm, they can be raised with stakes or other devices.
The plant will quickly settle in and begin to grow upwards.
However, watering should be done at the roots of the plant.
Bloom
The plant produces bright yellow flowers that are pollinated by insects.
Fertilizers can be used at this stage.
Then, in place of the flowers, small cucumbers appear, which will continue to grow.
During this stage of cucumber growth, it is important to water the plant regularly and keep the soil slightly moist.
Harvesting
A week after the appearance of the first small cucumbers, the fruits will reach the optimal size for picking.
Since cucumbers grow quickly, it is important to harvest on time and regularly.
Fruits that are too large are insipid and taste too watery.
