Q: Last year, my cucumber plants kept wilting, no matter how moist the soil was. How can I help them fare better this year? A: You probably ran into bacterial wilt, a common disease that affects ...

Q: I have a small garden in my backyard where I plant tomatoes, bell peppers and cucumbers. For the past three years - even with new soil - I have experienced blight on all three. My immediate problem ...

Q: Every year (including this year), my squash and cucumber plants germinate and produce healthy green foliage. But soon after flowering, the entire plants turn yellow, wilt and die with the ...

Cucumbers can sometimes dry out while still on the plant. This isn't always a cause for concern. Photo: Getty Images Anyone who has planted cucumbers in their garden or on their balcony is likely ...

Cucumbers thrive in warm, sunny conditions and should be planted outdoors only after soil temperatures reach at least 70 degrees Fahrenheit, typically a few weeks after the last frost. To keep ...