Bitter cucumber

Why are cucumbers bitter? Find out the reasons behind this common problem and get tips on preventing and fixing bitter cucumbers.

Smooth and mild, this dip is perfect as a chilled spread on breads and vegetables alike.

It's disappointing to watch your cucumbers grow, only to find out they taste bitter. Learn why your cucumbers are bitter and how to prevent it.

After harvesting your carefully tended plants, you may wonder, "Why are my cucumbers bitter?" Use these easy tips to avoid growing bitter cucumbers.

Are your cucumbers always bitter? Try this age-old trick to removing the chemical (cucurbitacin) that makes them turn bitter.

Fresh cucumbers taste so much better than store bought ones and each variety has a unique flavour and its own charms. Although cucumbers are fairly low in nutrients, they are surprisingly easy to grow, and very useful in the kitchen. Continue below to learn how to grow cucumbers.

Are you wondering why your cucumbers taste bitter? Uncover the reasons behind bitter cucumbers and learn how to prevent this from happening.

Bitter melon, (Momordica charantia), vine in the gourd family (Cucurbitaceae) that grows throughout India (but especially in Kerala), China, and Southeast Asia. Bitter melon, also called bitter gourd or bitter cucumber, is gnarled, covered in warts, and shaped like a rather pointy cucumber. It is

Some cucumbers are more bitter than others, and that has to do with the variety as well as weather. The stem end and skin have the highest amount of bitter compounds, which is why peeling and discarding the end helps reduce bitterness.

Cucumbers are one of the most iconic veggies of summer! There’s nothing like a cool, crisp cucumber that you’ve grown yourself. If you love cucumbers as much as we do, you might want to consider saving some seed from your favorite variety. Cucumbers are an excellent plant to start with if you’re new to seed