Secret feeding for a rich harvest: what to do when cucumbers have 2 true leaves

09.04.2024 21:30

Healthy and strong cucumbers are obtained only with proper care.

Even at the stage of appearance of two true leaves, seedlings begin to need appropriate feeding.

Together with the expert of the online publication TUT NOVOSTI, scientist agronomist, landscape designer Anastasia Kovrizhnykh , we figure out how to get a bountiful harvest of vegetables.

The right fertilizers for each stage

After the plant has two true leaves, it is necessary to feed the cucumbers with liquid vermicompost.

It is prepared as follows:

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  • 1 liter of organic compost;
  • 10 liters of water.

Fill the compost with water and let the mixture sit for 1-2 days.

To feed one bush you need about 50-100 milliliters of solution, and it is recommended to apply it every 7-10 days.

Take note: if you plant cucumber seeds directly into the soil, then chicken manure infusion is an excellent fertilizer for them.

Earlier we shared with you the recipe for “golden” fertilizer.

Author: Irina Tint Editor of Internet resources
 
Expert: Anastasia Kovrizhnykh Expert / HERE NEWS