Learn when and how to grow cucumbers vertically to save space and promote better air circulation and healthy, even growth.

Vine crops don’t need a support to grow and produce, but they tend to take over the garden if left to sprawl on the ground. Training these vines to grow vertically allows you to plant more ...

but did you know you could do the same with heavier vines like cucumbers and squash? Even the giant vines of gourds, melons and pumpkins can be grown vertically. Growing vine crops vertically not ...

If you enjoy the taste of fresh cucumber, sow some seeds in spring for a summer-long supply. Here's our guide to growing your own. Before buying cucumber seed, check that they're ideal for your needs.