Today was also my first cucumber harvest. I think all of the hand pollinating paid off. I expect to have at least five cucumbers by the end of next week.
Picklebush Cucumbers (about 4.5")
Bush Champion Cucumber on the vine
Picklebush Cucumbers (about 4.5")
Bush Champion Cucumber on the vine
Lilac Bell Peppers
I have been growing cucumbers in the Earthbox for a month, and the success of the cucumbers' growth is mind-boggling. I'll definitely invest in some additional Earthboxes in the future.
Cucumbers in Earthbox - April 26
Cucumbers in Earthbox - May 24
Bush Champion Cucumber in the Earthbox - due to my handpollinating and not from the effort of highly productive bees!
Crookneck Squash