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Drew Swainston

How to grow cucumbers in pots – 7 professional tips for great harvests in small spaces

Cucumbers growing on a plant in a planter on an urban balcony.

It may surprise some gardeners that cucumbers can thrive being grown in pots. They are usually seen as large and sprawling plants that require lots of space to grow in the ground, whether that is indoors or outdoors in warmer climates.

If you always thought growing cucumbers wasn’t possible in your vegetable container garden, think again. You can get a great cucumber harvest from plants growing in containers by choosing the right varieties and placing the pots in the ideal location.

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