Why don’t cucumbers bloom? Dig a hole and cover it. A Japanese trick for gigantic and crispy harvests

Growing cucumbers is not complicated, so even the inexperienced can enjoy abundant harvests. However, sometimes there are several obstacles on the way to obtaining ripe vegetables, which results in the lack of flowering of cucumbers.

Why don’t cucumbers bloom and set fruit? Cultivation and care

In Poland, cucumbers can be found in many gardens. The most common problems associated with them are the lack of flowering and fruiting. It is important to identify the cause of the problem as soon as possible. Taking appropriate steps will allow you to improve the situation and enjoy abundant harvests in the future. The most common causes include:

• Inappropriate position (too little sunlight).
• No pollinating insects.
• No regular watering.

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• Lack of supply of nutrients and minerals (nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium).
• Too deep or too dense in the ground.
• Lack of protection against pests and diseases (downy mildew, bacterial blight, aphids and spider mites).

How to stimulate cucumbers to bloom? This way the beds will be filled with abundant harvests

Fortunately, there is a solution that will also help in better growth and have a positive impact on the condition of cucumber seedlings. It’s a Japanese trick that directly affects the root system. To prepare natural fertilizer, you need a bit of sawdust, hot water and a deep container or bucket.

1. Start by pouring sawdust halfway up the container.
2. Pour hot water over everything to cover them.
3. Set aside and wait for the mixture to cool.
4. After this time, knead it carefully to create small pieces.
5. Make small holes in the beds and place cucumber seeds in them.
6. Cover them with sawdust fertilizer about 10 cm thick.

ADVICE! Sawdust is a great material for mulching plants. They have a positive effect on the moisture and thermal properties of the soil. In addition, they control the development of soil microorganisms. Weed infestation is also no longer a problem. If you feel like it, vote in our poll below.