7 Clever Tips For Getting Massive Cucumber Harvests And Extending Your Season

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  • Опубліковано 19 лип 2022
  • This is what you need if you want to have huge cucumber harvests that keep coming all season long. With the right information and techniques growing cucumbers can be a fun and rewarding experience, especially when you are pulling pounds and pounds of fruit off your vines!
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  • @ffs6158
    @ffs6158 Рік тому +248

    My new way to water is using milk jugs with a tiny hole pricked in it for a slow drip. I just make sure every plant has their own jug which makes monitoring water amount easier and everything is doing so well through the summer so far, including new baby transplants in this 97 degree heat.

    • @jennywren76
      @jennywren76 Рік тому +8

      That's a great use of milk jugs! Are you burying the jugs next to the plants like an olla? Or are you just putting them next to the plant on top of the soil? I'm just starting a container garden and I've been thinking of using ollas but they'd take up so much room in my containers.

    • @ffs6158
      @ffs6158 Рік тому +85

      @@jennywren76 I just put them on top of the soil, then I can grab them and refill them all without dragging the hose. My other advice would be put the hole about 2 inches from bottom so a little water remains and the jug won't blow away lol I've learned that the hard way.

    • @fortwillie
      @fortwillie Рік тому +55

      That is a fantastic idea! This is precisely why I always read the comments section on these videos. 👍😎😇

    • @patticriss2238
      @patticriss2238 Рік тому +27

      @@fortwillie that’s why we all
      Do. Haha. Our “neighbors” are the best resource.

    • @amyk6028
      @amyk6028 Рік тому +14

      Great idea. Although, I would have to buy over a hundred jugs for all my plants! 🤣 It’s gotta work better than my drip irrigation set up that I currently run for 2 hours at a time & my plants are STILL dehydrated 😡

  • @Mrgreenjeans578
    @Mrgreenjeans578 27 днів тому +3

    I just love your music intro ❤ it’s a feel good song. I was going through a terrible time a few years ago recovering from surgery and found your channel then and it made me feel really good bc I love gardening ❤ thank you

  • @PURECHA0S
    @PURECHA0S Рік тому +32

    I have a cucumber plant that stopped producing and now I know why. You really have to stay on top of the gherkin variety. They grow fast!

  • @SimpleIdeaz
    @SimpleIdeaz Рік тому +38

    Great timing! Last season I tossed an old cucumber into my yard and forgot about it. I had just added new soil to plant something else and when I went back I had tons of cucumber plants coming up. I'm going to test a toss and grow garden... See if it works

    • @honeybadger8942
      @honeybadger8942 Рік тому +4

      I did that several times with yellow eggplants,but didn't get any young plants.I guess they were GMO vegetable.
      Non GMO are not allowed in my country.

  • @reitage1
    @reitage1 Рік тому +3

    This guy is a total garden nerd. He's my kind of people.😀

  • @shelly936
    @shelly936 Рік тому +47

    James you are abundantly blessed! Your own garden of Eden! Tuck is adorable 🥰 Thanks again for the best garden tips! Take care

  • @lusoroofing5221
    @lusoroofing5221 Рік тому +7

    James is iconic gardening figure of our time!

  • @goblin_frog
    @goblin_frog Рік тому +53

    Hi James, I have been taking your advice and oh my! My garden is massive, thanks so much!

    • @jamesprigioni
      @jamesprigioni  Рік тому +14

      Let's Gooo Basil!! Me and Tuck are glad to hear that, we hope you get some massive harvests out of it this year and in the future!

    • @Anonymous-km5pj
      @Anonymous-km5pj Рік тому +1

      @@jamesprigioni u really r in a food forest there u and Tuck, God bless u both, gr8 vid
      ps heard cukes love nettle tea - maybe from u.... idr....

    • @micheleh5269
      @micheleh5269 Рік тому

      Amazed he can get so many cukes without pollinator plants around

  • @MrsSpur
    @MrsSpur Рік тому +19

    Your videos have inspired us to garden. We bought our house about 2 years ago, and the previous owner raised bird dogs in the backyard. The backyard barely has grass, the ground is very uneven, and it just isn't serving us. We are hoping to basically turn our backyard into gardens with paths between them. We currently have 6 raised beds. We started with one bed and a compost bin last year, and this year, we've expanded. I'm SO excited! I learn so much from you and the boss in every video. Thank you so much!

  • @carolyngiddinge5364
    @carolyngiddinge5364 Рік тому +3

    I've been watching you for quite a bit now James and at 70 I have learned so much from you. And Tuck of course too. I also enjoy your garden so much too. Keep up the good work young man! God ess you and Tuck.

  • @hnichol2506
    @hnichol2506 Рік тому +13

    Hi James and Tuck...love your enthusiasm and your passion for gardening. You have so much knowledge, and explain things so well. Thank you!!

  • @nathanmcannally4542
    @nathanmcannally4542 Рік тому +8

    Love your videos, the enthusiasm and positivity, and Tuck. ❤️ Thank you for putting this info out there for all of us to learn from them.

  • @naturalflow157
    @naturalflow157 Рік тому +12

    This is absolutely amazing. Your great tips for gardening and overall how much value you give us by sharing your journey and experience is just priceless. I started my own very tiny garden this summer and your tips have been nothing but a life changer. Thank you again and send much love and happy gardening.

  • @hillaryburdick9313
    @hillaryburdick9313 Рік тому +8

    I literally just harvested my first cucumber today, so perfect timing! ❤️❤️❤️❤️s for Tuck.

  • @kimdowning8736
    @kimdowning8736 Рік тому +3

    James and Tuck, a beaming light of what is right in the world. Love your channel.

  • @h2emm888
    @h2emm888 Рік тому +21

    I so love this channel. I have a small garden as well in my backyard here in Florida and I use no pesticides, fertilizer, growth hormones, etc. I just water my plants with rainwater, and if rain is scarce, I use filtered tap water. It rains here almost every day this summer and my plants are so green and healthy. Mother nature is taking care of all of them. Thank you for sharng all these wonderful videos. I have yet to watch them one at a time🥰

  • @michaelmcgee4232
    @michaelmcgee4232 Рік тому +11

    Another great video by James and Tuck, my cucumber harvest has greatly improved thanks to this channel. Keep up the great work you two!

    • @smas3256
      @smas3256 Рік тому +3

      James is a great teacher. Thanks to him and his pruning technique my Cukes are many. Tuck is adorable.

  • @cheerio9119
    @cheerio9119 Рік тому +28

    I always love your enthusiasm!! Perspective really is everything. Fabulous garden, you're a real artist. Thanks for everything you share, it's made a world of difference in my gardening over the years 😊

  • @crod3167
    @crod3167 Рік тому +2

    This is the first video I've watched that mentioned not watering the leaves! This is important to know - thank you!!!

  • @Luv2Garden2
    @Luv2Garden2 Рік тому

    I love your energy and of course Tuck! Tuck is adorable!!!
    Your information is priceless to us newbies! You are a blessing.

  • @DarthBalsamic
    @DarthBalsamic Рік тому +5

    I'm taking in all the tips on cucumbers since this is the first time I'm growing them. Definitely want to try that Asian variety you mentioned. Cucumbers are such an interesting and complicated plant to grow, but I find it rewarding and a learning experience as you mentioned. Appreciate the advice brother.

  • @davejavumorse0416
    @davejavumorse0416 Рік тому +4

    The last couple years here in Middle Tennessee I've had a hard time with cucumbers. This year growing the Bet Alpha Israeli cucumber, it is raining cucumbers and they are absolutely delicious.
    Love your video and I was already following about everything you put in there, but it's nice to get the reassurance from someone who does it more than I do. thanks for all the great information. Dave Fairview TN

  • @virginiaseedsskogen2038
    @virginiaseedsskogen2038 Рік тому +3

    No fails in the garden, It's all about learning and perspective :)

  • @kele1264
    @kele1264 Рік тому +7

    Wow, plant burpless to limit bugs! No burps, no bugs! Thanks for that great tip! Love all the information. So nice to see that you have several varieties of cucumber. Look at that harvest! Impressive! I know you've mentioned kaolin clay before, like for the fruit trees. Had no idea how you got it onto the trees. But in this video we get a peek at the sprayer you used for the cucumbers. Now I know! Thank you!

  • @melissan9199
    @melissan9199 Рік тому +3

    Over 1 million!!! The Gardener Whisperer indeed!!!!

  • @kundryg9064
    @kundryg9064 Рік тому +1

    Your knowledge & energy are so amazing. So helpful. Love your videos! Hugs to Tuck, the adorable pup

  • @andersonomo597
    @andersonomo597 Рік тому +1

    1:27 HOLY COW!! That cucumber gets you serious bragging rights James!

  • @8thcelisabeth
    @8thcelisabeth Рік тому +5

    Thanks for the reminder to check my cukes today! The cluster of plants is tucked in a corner and it's the one plant I forget to check. Good tips! I plant Suyo Long, have never seen a beetle on it.

  • @smas3256
    @smas3256 Рік тому

    James and Tuck. We did the pruning you taught in another video and picked the cucumbers before fully ripe. We did that in 2 buckets. Had enough to share and tried my hand at pickles. Genius. Hope Tuck is feel well these days Zone 6b Ct. USA. Upbeat channel I love. Thank you.

  • @denisebayer8748
    @denisebayer8748 Рік тому +1

    Sweet Tuck. Great video, James!!!! You're knowledgeable, direct and fun to watch. 💚💚

  • @billz.3444
    @billz.3444 Рік тому

    Just planted 4 cucumber plants today in south florida, its the start of our winter season. Thanks for your videos and tips!!

  • @dreamahn101
    @dreamahn101 Рік тому

    I just found you today, been watching you all day. Even though I am no longer on the east coast, my climate zone her is very different and I’m old enough to be your grandmother, I’ve learned so much already. Thank you ❤️I’ve subscribed and will continue to learn from your videos
    🥒🥬🍅🧄🧅

  • @waterisgold
    @waterisgold Рік тому +6

    What's going on Growers? I am harvesting cantaloupe and watermelon from my garden and it's sooo yummy 😋
    P.s💛💚❤️🐕🐶 hearts for tuck
    Thank you James for being you

    • @jamesprigioni
      @jamesprigioni  Рік тому +1

      Let's Gooo!! nothing like fresh cantaloupe, sooo dang good! Watermelon tooo!! you're crushing it!!
      Thanks for the hearts and love, keep growing and keep harvesting!

  • @flokechmisc.6480
    @flokechmisc.6480 Рік тому +1

    Congratulations! Over one million subscribers! Great job! Thank you!

  • @2Hearts3
    @2Hearts3 Рік тому +7

    Great channel-- so much helpful information, compactly presented. Upbeat, encouraging. Thanks, James! 👍🥒

  • @BelleJane5
    @BelleJane5 Рік тому +3

    Good morning James and Tuck ❤️

  • @jheyhey39
    @jheyhey39 Рік тому

    Lots of information but brief and concise. Love the enthusiasm. Thank you!

  • @pascalxus
    @pascalxus Рік тому +1

    You are my Gardening/Cucumber role model! Gosh, i wish i had harvests like that.

  • @slohivid
    @slohivid Рік тому +35

    I experimented this season with my cucumbers and used a net curtain from IKEA (all I had). I left the net on the entire time from planting to harvest and wasn’t expecting anything as the bees couldn’t get in. But Lo and behold, the ants got in and pollinated my cucumbers so I didnt have to remove the net. It worked and the white cabbage moths and other nasty critters couldn’t get to the plants, allowing me to harvest the most yummy and delicious cucumbers. So take note: ants do help after all.

  • @ByDesign333
    @ByDesign333 Рік тому +1

    My greenbeans stopped producing when I stopped pulling them...but I have seeds that I'll get from them...heirloom seeds.
    Your dog is a big feature for your great work thnx.

  • @anne-mariettappous9759
    @anne-mariettappous9759 Рік тому

    I love your enthusiasm... Keep on the good work! 👌

  • @monkeypuzzlefarm
    @monkeypuzzlefarm Рік тому +1

    Thanks so much for this. For most of us gardeners, insect management is one of the most difficult to master - especially if you are wanting to use less or zero poisons and insecticides. Much love to 💞💞💞 TUCK 💞💞💞

  • @olivergarcia2459
    @olivergarcia2459 Рік тому +2

    Thanks for the tips James and Tuck love your videos.

  • @climatecrisisdragon3628
    @climatecrisisdragon3628 Рік тому +1

    Today I finally started putting my first layer of woodchips down on my future Food Forest. Thanks for all the helpful advice!

  • @rosenurse7687
    @rosenurse7687 Рік тому

    I love your passion for gardening! Thank you for sharing ! I just planted some cucumbers and I will follow your advice!

  • @alannahv1794
    @alannahv1794 Рік тому +1

    I used Ollas this summer in NZ for cucumbers and tomatoes. Best garden yet and did have to use as much watering. I used your trails method worked a treat.

  • @dawndawn6946
    @dawndawn6946 Рік тому

    Awesome info! Thanks, James and Tuck!🥰

  • @mdillian5438
    @mdillian5438 Рік тому

    Wow thank you I love learning things from you and cucumbers. Is the top of my of my favorites

  • @tonymazzbo2731
    @tonymazzbo2731 Рік тому +9

    Try some Ceder Chips (Used for pet litter) The dust and chips stick to the leaves to keep insects away. It worked for me.

  • @saintmig1101
    @saintmig1101 Рік тому +2

    Re: squash: PLEASE tell us how you handle /deter the squash vine borer ? Also 🤗🥰 for Tuck!

  • @Solexcruiser
    @Solexcruiser Рік тому

    This is cool. You are the same guy that gave me my pallet raised bed design. I have made two and everybody has liked them. They are still doing well after 4 years. I used oak pallets which were hard as a rock, but they look great. Looking forward to following your cucumber advice.

  • @joolsmonash9855
    @joolsmonash9855 Рік тому

    James and Tuck, you are inspirational and share such invaluable advice. I hope your lives are filled with happiness. 😃🐾🥒👍

  • @aribella6913
    @aribella6913 Рік тому

    I learn something new each time I watch a new video. Thanks so much.

  • @nazimamohammed1689
    @nazimamohammed1689 Рік тому

    Watching from Trinidad, love how neat your garden looks, nice tips🥰🥰🥰

  • @0dollarsdown82
    @0dollarsdown82 14 днів тому

    every video i watch tuck is in it and i just love it so much😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭 i wish my dog wanted to garden with me

  • @shenavang789
    @shenavang789 Рік тому

    Love your enthusiasm, it really shows this in this video. 👍🏻

  • @stevenlakra1194
    @stevenlakra1194 Рік тому

    Thank you for the good tips to grow the cucumbers

  • @jakecoombe8330
    @jakecoombe8330 Рік тому +2

    Hey brotha love the info and enthusiasm! Keep up the good work, appreciate ya

  • @ginboy22
    @ginboy22 Рік тому

    I like what you said. Nothing happened in the garden is bad it’s just perspective. We can always learn something from our mistakes. I just made a mistake today in my garden and feeling bummed by it… Thank you for the pep talk! :)

  • @TexasHomesteaders
    @TexasHomesteaders Рік тому

    All good advice. We got a lot of cucumbers this year out of only 3 plants. Tuck is adorable.

  • @1979Smelly
    @1979Smelly Рік тому

    Wow thank you for sharing such great information!!

  • @takishasage-freebeautyzone
    @takishasage-freebeautyzone Рік тому +2

    It's been a great cucumber year for me too! I'm loving it!!

  • @michaelmcgourty9535
    @michaelmcgourty9535 Рік тому +1

    James and Tuck are the best!

  • @brettlaby4578
    @brettlaby4578 Рік тому

    man brother you have a really wonderful garden. Also love that energy. thank again for the tips keep up the good work.

  • @peanutf8235
    @peanutf8235 Рік тому

    I love your videos!!! You are so informative and I love your enthusiasm you have with each video

  • @bikinggal1
    @bikinggal1 Рік тому

    what a beautiful garden you have. Blessed!

  • @derekanderson9418
    @derekanderson9418 Рік тому +1

    Thank you James. I don't believe I've been watering my cucumbers enough.

  • @joyh2125
    @joyh2125 Рік тому

    Love this! Thank you for sharing

  • @debbieriebsomer8611
    @debbieriebsomer8611 Рік тому +3

    Sweet Tuck looks so tired and sleepy.

    • @jamesprigioni
      @jamesprigioni  Рік тому +1

      It's too dang hot out there for the sweet little guy with the dark colors fur

  • @unsimkim2064
    @unsimkim2064 Рік тому

    Thank you brother. I love your work. God bless you and your dog❤

  • @sherisnyder3558
    @sherisnyder3558 Рік тому

    Thanks for sharing your video with us

  • @robertturnbull5472
    @robertturnbull5472 Рік тому

    thanks .. like your enthusiasm and of course your tips

  • @ritabliden6065
    @ritabliden6065 Рік тому

    Great information! Thanks for working up a sweat for us, Love the Tuckster❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @doraw7766
    @doraw7766 Рік тому

    Thank you. I think these tips will help this years harvest.

  • @AJsGreenThumbLLC
    @AJsGreenThumbLLC Рік тому

    Thanks for the valuable tips James and Tuck!!

  • @trigelrice7291
    @trigelrice7291 Рік тому +2

    Thanks James, I’m always taking notes! 💜

    • @jamesprigioni
      @jamesprigioni  Рік тому +2

      That's a smart move, and if you add some journal entries to that of what you are doing and how your season is going, you will find that to be of great value to you in the future. Some of my own garden journals are my greatest guides to the growing season

  • @florawillis1384
    @florawillis1384 Рік тому

    I believe it is your soil that makes your Garden so Awesome!

  • @LightBeing369
    @LightBeing369 Рік тому

    What a sweet little garden helper you have💗🐶💗

  • @maggidull1952
    @maggidull1952 Рік тому

    Great garden! Thanks for good cucumber growing tips.

  • @PhearomLs
    @PhearomLs 10 місяців тому +1

    Great teaching ❤❤

  • @SusanHilesArt
    @SusanHilesArt Рік тому +2

    Thank you!! I’m a first time gardener and loving it. I also live in NJ. 👍🏻

    • @jerrycoleman6429
      @jerrycoleman6429 Рік тому

      Hello Susan how are you doing and how’s the weather over there? I was going through comments when I came across your post.. I would love to be a friend, would be nice if you can add me up, i hope you don’t mind?

  • @robynatsidaftis1488
    @robynatsidaftis1488 Рік тому

    Thanks for the video James... yes I always love the harvest too... Thanks from Rob in Aus

  • @brenda3945
    @brenda3945 Рік тому +1

    Love your video’s! Thank you for all the great advice! ❤️❤️Tuck!

  • @Cathy_MidwestHome_Hens
    @Cathy_MidwestHome_Hens Рік тому +2

    I see a variety people saying to water from the bottom, on both flowers and veggies, but rain comes from above so I still don’t understand why it’s so crucial to water from below??

  • @jimjr4432
    @jimjr4432 Рік тому

    Love it! Thanks so much!

  • @pattyconklin3599
    @pattyconklin3599 Рік тому +1

    Thanks James 😊

  • @Timboner
    @Timboner Рік тому

    Man, those cucumbers are ginormous!! Great garden sir!!! 😮

  • @ijahdagang6121
    @ijahdagang6121 Рік тому

    Very fresh cucumber and vegetables plants...so cute puppy...wish you success and be healthy always

  • @marieDrayka
    @marieDrayka Рік тому

    Thanks James and Tuck 💜

  • @mellyg8872
    @mellyg8872 Рік тому

    Thanks James! Love your channel. So informative and entertaining. And, of course, who doesn’t want to see the boss…Tuck ❤️❤️ He is so stinking cute 🥰

  • @zhippidydoodah
    @zhippidydoodah Рік тому

    I like to use an old igloo wheeled cooler as a seat while I play in the garden and a carrier for my tools. :)

  • @rolandbetts1806
    @rolandbetts1806 Рік тому

    I wish I knew this stuff when I started my first garden this year. Thanks for the help man!

  • @cherylhubert2713
    @cherylhubert2713 Рік тому

    Thank you for the tips!

  • @treelover7566
    @treelover7566 Рік тому

    Your garden is amazing

  • @raksha1940
    @raksha1940 Рік тому

    THANK U SO VERY MUCH FOR ALL YOUR TIPS..❤️🇨🇦

  • @ralsharp6013
    @ralsharp6013 7 місяців тому

    Thank you for the tips. You got yourself a great cucumber harvest there😊

  • @K-Zone
    @K-Zone Рік тому +5

    Another tip: choose a self pollinating, parthenocarpic variety like beit alpha, it will double to triple harvests alone

  • @gloriaarce6195
    @gloriaarce6195 Рік тому

    I am very happy that you were able to share there with me I been wanted to grow some cucumbers this year thank you for the encouragement you show to this video and I will try to see if I can order one of those knee helper that's the best video I have seen on cucumbers

  • @BriansJerseygarden
    @BriansJerseygarden Рік тому +1

    Hi Tuck and James Thank you for your advice 😊

  • @lynnederella2007
    @lynnederella2007 Рік тому

    We love your channel!!!