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06 Feb 09 dennis (Australia - sub-tropical climate)

Hi! Jan, John and every cucumber grower. We all make mistakes and I'm no exception.Gee have i learn't. Jan if you look at the mix I suggested to Steve the same applies to your problem,possibly you also need to add lime if the ( ph) of your soil is below 6.8 you need 6.5 to 7 to grow good cucumbers follow this and you will have sweet cucumbers. John I would like to suggest you do the same as i suggested to Steve,also forget pots and grow in one or those green shopping bags they take 25Ltrs of potting mix and you can grow 2 cucumbers in this they also breath The mix needs to be kept damp not wet. also spray with white oil when they are young (natural) and stops most pests and fungus.all the best

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