nexman:
On Day 14, I applied organic pesticide using Neem oil (oil extracted from the seed of Neem tree locally known as Dogonyaro. Using a ratio of 4 table spoons of Neem oil to 1table soon of local/black soap to 1 liters of water. The black soap acts as an emulsifier else it wouldn't mix with water. I drenched the plants using a knapsack sprayer. You may ask why!
... I had noticed that something was chewing up the tender leaves of the cukes. I strongly suspect snails, catapillar or beetle/bug. I will spray repeatedly every 5 to 7 days.

I have also commenced trellising, though this may be considered quite early but all the same, it has to be done. Better now than later.

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