I grow squash, cukes, and tomatoes in containers. Mine have been hit and miss for last 3 seasons, but I just started learning. Lots of water is required when in containers. Mine are doing great this year-so far. I use plastic 55 gallon cans cut in half. I use a mixture of course sand, peat and compost. I also add lime and a osmacote. Water every day. Good luck.
