Mini cucumbers

Last year, I grew cucumber ‘Picolino’ (half-length mini cucumbers) in my pots and it was one of the most successful crops I’ve had. First, a tip: don’t grow from seed. For years, I’ve started with plug plants, which are pre-grown, young plants, either seedlings or cuttings grown in trays or single units. This cucumber variety is delivered from April, so get ordering now (try brooksidenursery.co.uk). If you don’t have a greenhouse, wait and plant plug plants outside when the risk of frost has passed and the weather has warmed up. Until then, keep them in pots under cover or on a sunny windowsill. You will be able to pick them from July. Water and feed little and often, keeping the soil moist to ensure a crisp, crunchy crop. Delicious.