Feed for cucumbers??? - HELP

[Susie]

Hi - was just wondering - can I use Tomotorite for cucumbers or should I be using something else like Miracle gro??? I need to start feeding them but don't know what to use and how often - HELP!!!!

[realfood]

They do just fine with tomato feed.

[MarkOlliethe2nd]

Originally Posted by Susie

Hi - was just wondering - can I use Tomotorite for cucumbers or should I be using something else like Miracle gro??? I need to start feeding them but don't know what to use and how often - HELP!!!!

Oh I would be interested in if I need to feed mine too... I didnt realise cucumbers needed feeding

I took this picture this morning, I have 4 flowers and little diddy cucumbers on my plant so far...

[MarkOlliethe2nd]

Originally Posted by realfood

They do just fine with tomato feed.

I see, shall give it whirl myself...thanks

[Susie]

Originally Posted by realfood

They do just fine with tomato feed.

Thanks for reply - need to start feeding them now!!! How often should I feed them though??? Mine look slightly bigger than the other person's cucumbers but not much bigger yet.

[Susie]

Originally Posted by MarkOlliethe2nd

I see, shall give it whirl myself...thanks

I read that they should be fed once the little cucumbers start forming but didn't know what to feed them on or how often!!! But now we have found out what to use it's just a case of how often now - good luck with yours!!!

[MarkOlliethe2nd]

Originally Posted by Susie

I read that they should be fed once the little cucumbers start forming but didn't know what to feed them on or how often!!! But now we have found out what to use it's just a case of how often now - good luck with yours!!!

Yes indeed, you learn something new every day as I said I didnt realise they liked/needed feeding.... I would assume as often as weekly as per the tomatoe instructions, I mgiht start fortnightly and see how I get on
Regards
The "Other Person"

[Lesley Jay]

I feed cucumber plants every week with an organic seaweed feed.

[MarkOlliethe2nd]

Originally Posted by Lesley Jay

I feed cucumber plants every week with an organic seaweed feed.

Now your confusing me.............

[Susie]

Originally Posted by MarkOlliethe2nd

Yes indeed, you learn something new every day as I said I didnt realise they liked/needed feeding.... I would assume as often as weekly as per the tomatoe instructions, I mgiht start fortnightly and see how I get on
Regards
The "Other Person"

Sorry - didn't mean to call you the 'other person' but I'm rubbish at remembering names and how to use forums etc., and so couldn't use your name!!! I reckon i'll feed mine about every week and see what happens??

[Lesley Jay]

Mark you can buy a bottle of concentrated liquid organic seaweed feed from the garden centres, it will be next to the tomato food. I give the courgettes, squashes, beans, lettuce, peppers and also my passionflower a feed with it.

[Susie]

Hi Lesley - i'll be getting some next week!!! Do you have to wait for the courgettes and peppers to start growing before you feed them???

[MarkOlliethe2nd]

Originally Posted by Susie

Sorry - didn't mean to call you the 'other person' but I'm rubbish at remembering names and how to use forums etc., and so couldn't use your name!!! I reckon i'll feed mine about every week and see what happens??

lol - dont worry u mare, I was pulling your, erm.........erm......well you know

Originally Posted by Lesley Jay

Mark you can buy a bottle of concentrated liquid organic seaweed feed from the garden centres, it will be next to the tomato food. I give the courgettes, squashes, beans, lettuce, peppers and also my passionflower a feed with it.

I will have a butchers tommorow......... Hope I have more luck finding it than I did with them 'Epsom Salt's' Seen it on ebay, 200g

£12.99p
Postage: £2.50p
Not sure if thats a good deal or not?

[Susie]

Seems pricey but then I suppose it depends how much you need to use and how good it is!!! - hopefully somebody will let us know.

[MarkOlliethe2nd]

Originally Posted by Susie

Seems pricey but then I suppose it depends how much you need to use and how good it is!!! - hopefully somebody will let us know.

Well that 200g on ebay says it does:

100 litres of feed. The powder can also be dusted onto your new carrot plants to help keep carrot fly at bay!

PET FRIENDLY

Approved by SOPA and verified by SAC, our seaweed plant feeds are proven to contain the best nutrients that mother nature provides, guaranteeing that you are feeding your plants the ultimate diet to help you achieve your best garden ever!

Brimming with Anit-Scorch, Anit-Frost and Anti-Attack properties our feeds give you peace of mind to know that your plants are protected from all the elements!

So suppose 100 litres is when its mixed with water, and just water plant as normal - if I did it once a week would last me donkeys I would imagine....lol

Sounds like good stuff, maybe worth the price, this stuff may last longer as you dilute yourself, but Im no expert. I did call into my local B&Q but couldnt see it, but I could of overlooked as I was rudely met with the blue rinse brigade that seems to of forgotten there manners when it comes to public viewing/browsing....tut tut

[Susie]

I'll check it out on e-bay later!!! As for the blue rinse brigade - just start scratching yourself and talk about head lice and they soon run!!! Or start coughing and mention the words 'swine flu'

[MarkOlliethe2nd]

Originally Posted by Susie

I'll check it out on e-bay later!!! As for the blue rinse brigade - just start scratching yourself and talk about head lice and they soon run!!! Or start coughing and mention the words 'swine flu'

pmsl - I shall give that a try

[Lesley Jay]

This is the seaweed feed that I use - Vitax Organic Liquid Seaweed. The 500ml bottle makes 100 litres and costs £4.64. A bit cheaper than eBay!

[MarkOlliethe2nd]

Tar very muchly shall buy a bottle now -

[tigerella]

Vitax seaweed feed is cheaper in Wilkos than anywhere else I've found it. I always use it mixed in with tom food and also with general purpose feed. It's amazing how it can pick up sick plants and is a wonder tonic all round.
Great pic, Mark. My mini Q is at about the same stage. My family roll their eyes when I proudly announce I have tiny baby Qs!!