How to keep cucumbers fresh in winter: there are several gardeners' tricks

12.12.2023 22:15

How to store cucumbers so that they remain fresh and tasty? This is a question that many gardeners ask themselves.

It is important to understand that this vegetable is not able to remain fresh for a long time, like zucchini or certain varieties of apple, since it consists of a large amount of water.

We suggest considering several recommendations that will allow cucumbers to stay fresh longer.

Let's pay attention to the advice of the expert of the online publication "Belnovosti" and agronomist Anastasia Kovrizhnykh.

How to Keep Cucumbers Fresh

First of all, they should not be washed before being put into the refrigerator. There should be no damage on the fruit.

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Varieties with thick skins are better for storage. It is also recommended to choose a soil variant.

Greenhouse watery cucumbers are not very suitable for this role, as they lose their beneficial properties due to their thin skin.

We have already talked about how to get a large harvest of cucumbers in the country - it is enough to choose the right fertilizer.

Author: Dmitry Liskovich Internet resource editor
 
Expert: Anastasia Kovrizhnykh Expert / Belnovosti