Bitter cucumbers ruining your harvest? It’s often caused by heat stress and certain cucumber varieties. In this video, I’ll show you how to reduce bitterness by choosing burpless or bitter-free types like ‘Diva’ and ‘Suyo Long.’ These are some of the best cucumber varieties for hot climates, especially in low desert gardens.
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When choosing traditional cucumber varieties, look for ones labeled burpless or bitterfree. They have lower levels of cur cubitassin. That’s the compound that causes bitterness. Some of my favorite varieties, diva, a burpless variety that’s crisp, mild, and reliable in the heat. Suyo Long, a Japanese cucumber that’s slender, thin skinned, and sweet. Japanese cucumbers in general are mild, crisp, and rarely bitter.
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