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31 Aug 11, mohamed (Australia - temperate climate)

dear Jess 11 May. growing Lebanese cues does not require alot of water if grown outside in soil. leb cues need a lot of water only if they are planted in glass houses in a special mix which is called c2 cucumber mix with plenty of sun light. To feed a cucumber plant outside you will need to invest in some calcium and potassium mixed in water separately{25kg to every 100L} watered only every 2-3 days depending how hot it is.for a plant to produce nice fruit you will need to climb the plant on some string and cut off the side shoots that grow on top of every leaf. Cucumbers that are grown out side in the sun are more tastier than the ones grown inside glass houses. I know this because i have been growing them for the last 22 years. Cheers.

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15 Feb 12, Gail (Australia - sub-tropical climate)

Hi, u obviously know a lot, particularly about leb cuc. I don't. Have been wondering about when to pick the cuc that I have grown. Decent size but prickly, wondered if I should wait for prickles to go? Also plant is not lokking so good at the moment. other cuc growing and wondered if mature cuc is draining nutrients? from other immature cuc. Would love some advice if you have time Thanks Gail

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14 Jun 11, Leslie Alderette (USA - Zone 10a climate)

Just wanted to find out why you should avoid planting cucumbers next to tomatoes.. I did just that before reading this. My plants are small so is it possible to move them? I just dont want to disturb their new area. Any feedback on this? Thanks so much. your website it terrific!

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19 Jun 11, Michael Ouellette (Australia - arid climate)

My cukes were planted about a foot ( 30 cm ) away from my tomatoe plants this year.and my crop from both was unreal. The tomato plants acted as a trellis for the cukes. I could not keep up with the supply....

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11 May 11, Jess (Australia - temperate climate)

I have tried growing lebanese cucumber from store bought seedlings and tried from seed myself. I have ploughed the soild with a lot of poo and slow release fertiliser and water regularly, but I just can't seem to get them to grow any bigger than a smallish sprout (say 15cm high) before they start to die, or at least just stay at this level for an age. I have an eggplant in the same bed that's aboslutely thriving - what am I doing wrong?? They almost look like they're being attacked by something, but I can't for the life of me see any sign of pest either. I would welcome any suggestions.

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16 Aug 11, Nat (Australia - cool/mountain climate)

Agree, need loads of sunshine and water (mulch too of course!). Try some seeds straight into your seelding tray/pot and try others that you wash off (rub onto paper towel) to plant dry - something bound to work.

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11 May 11, Minoli (Australia - temperate climate)

Sorry to hear this....cucumber has to be planted in January if you are around Sydney.... it needs lots of sun light and water... potty mix is sufficient if its a good soil.... buy plants and not seeds.... then it grows faster.....and gives a good crop...re. egg plant ...see my comment.

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12 May 11, Jess (Australia - temperate climate)

Yeah, I started In October with seedlings, and have tried again in Mid January with seeds. I know we're out of season now though. There must be something missing from this equation! :-)

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05 Apr 11, Tom Summers (Australia - sub-tropical climate)

I have planted lebanese cucumbers(or so it said on the packet) the plants have grown well and are healthy and have lots of flowers but as yet no fruit. I read that Lcs did not require pollination. Any thoughts tips or advice, regards Tom Summers ( Brisbane)

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20 Apr 11, Brooke (Australia - cool/mountain climate)

I've found with young plants they often produce flowers whithout the fruit when they first start flowering but then do eventually start to fruit as well.

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