Labor Day 2016. Labor Day is an annual holiday to celebrate the economic and social contributions of workers to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of the country. In the United States, Labor Day is a federal holiday observed on the first Monday of September.
Quick Answer. Cucumber leaves often turn yellow because they are damaged by the potato leafhopper. The small leafhoppers pull sap from cucumber leaves and inject a toxin into the leaves, causing them to turn yellow or brown and appear burned. Continue Reading.
Drought conditions can contribute to bitter cucumbers. Cucumbers (Cucumis sativus), like all cucurbits, produce large leaves and thick vines. The plants are well equipped for producing their juicy, flavorful fruit. Sometimes, however, the leaves wilt due to disease, insect infestation or even environmental conditions. Whatever the cause, healthy plants are better able to survive wilting. Plant cucumbers in full sun, in well-draining soil and water them frequently.