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What to do if cucumbers taste bitter: a secret trick that will save the harvest
16.02.2025 16:00
After harvesting, anyone can face the problem of bitter cucumbers.
The situation is upsetting for summer residents, but they definitely won’t have to throw away the harvest.
A simple solution will help save the situation and restore the sweet taste of cucumbers.
Why do cucumbers taste bitter?
The bitterness in cucumbers is most often associated with the substance cucurbitacin.
The plant produces it in response to stress during growth.
Cucumbers grow bitter when they lack water, experience temperature fluctuations, lack of nutrition, poor soil, or are exposed to harmful substances.
How to remove bitterness
The easiest way to remove bitterness is to use water.
You should soak cucumbers in cold water for several hours.
If the bitterness does not go away, you can use another method.
Soak cucumbers in warm water, add sugar and herbs.
The sugar method will help to cover the bitterness and give the cucumbers a pleasant smell.
Bitter cucumbers can also be preserved, as the bitterness disappears during preservation.
To prevent cucumbers from becoming bitter in the new harvest, create favorable conditions for them.
Timely watering, fertilizing with nitrogen, potassium and phosphorus, and protection from pests and diseases will ensure a good harvest.
