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How to grow cucumbers in winter in Crimea. Cucumbers of the Competitor variety: an early vegetable from Crimea

The success of the cucumber harvest depends, in part, on the choice of seed material. The wide assortment on the shelves confuses thoughts more than allows you to make the right decision. Beginning gardeners are recommended to first familiarize themselves with the varieties, their names, cultivation and care features.

Depending on climatic conditions, different varieties can be planted in Ukraine, Belarus, the Black Earth Region, Bashkiria and the middle zone - these can be parthenocarpic, early ripening, with a long ripening period, or tasty cucumbers for growing in a greenhouse. More detailed information is structured in the article in the form of a kind of rating list.

A large number of varieties allows you to choose the best options that have resistance to diseases and weather conditions the region where it is planned to grow greens.

A common mistake is the use of certain 2-3 varieties, the cultivation of which has been practiced for several decades.

Domestic and foreign breeders have developed many hybrids that have no less accessible agricultural technology and excellent taste than the once beloved cucumbers.

Among the main tips for growing vegetables, experts point to the need to plant several varieties at once. This makes it possible to evaluate the yield of different species under the same ripening conditions, and to obtain at least some yield during drought or prolonged rains.

Collect necessary and useful information about varietal diversity and characteristics of greens can be found below.

The most popular varieties with names

For ease of perception and application of the text in practice, plants are divided into separate groups, united by a common feature.

The best self-pollinating for open ground

Self-pollinating cucumbers have a number of advantages, including excellent immunity and resistance to abundance of moisture.

– the ripening period is only 40 days. The length of the greenery reaches 9 cm. One bush gives a harvest of up to 3.5 kg. The plant's strong immunity resists various diseases (olive spot, mosaic, powdery mildew).
– harvesting of the variety begins on days 40-47 after sprouts emerge from the soil. The weight of one cucumber reaches 170-180 grams, up to 10 greens are formed on one shoot. The plant practically does not suffer from rot or powdery mildew.
– fruit harvesting begins 50 days after sowing. The culture is universal both in the method of cultivation and in the use of cucumbers. The length of the greens is 10 cm, the yield per 1 m2 is about 9 kg.
– fruits (12-15 cm) ripen on the 42nd day after the sprouts appear. From one bush you can harvest up to 3.5 kg. Zelentsy have excellent characteristics and have a long shelf life.
– fruits 10 cm long appear 1.5 months after sowing. 2.8-3 kg are removed from the bush. The plant is rarely affected by diseases; it is especially resistant to fungal infections.

The best early ripe cucumbers

Early ripening varieties have a feature that every gardener should be familiar with.

The ovaries of male flowers form first; they need to be removed, as they interfere with the development of the plant.

– from the moment of planting, the fruits ripen on the 50th day, reaching a length of 20-22 cm. The plant itself regulates the growth of shoots, so the need for pruning disappears. The average yield per 1 m2 is 22 kg. Cucumbers will not ripen if you miss the harvest date. The culture is resistant to almost all diseases, with the exception of root rot.
– sprouts 39-41 days after the sprouts appear. The length of the greens reaches 10 cm; a harvest of 23-26 kg is harvested from 1 m2. The hybrid is characterized by a long fruiting period, self-pollination and immunity to fungi.
– begins to bear fruit 47-50 days after sowing. The length of the greens reaches 14-16 cm, with a diameter of 3.5-4 cm. 6-8 kg are removed from the bush. The culture has strong immunity and resists powdery mildew, root rot, olive spot and TMV.
– the bush begins to bear fruit on the 45th day after the sprouts appear. Flowers are formed predominantly by females, so pollination by bees is required. The length of the greens is about 10-11 cm, up to 4.5 kg of harvest is harvested from the bush. The hybrid is designed for preservation, but due to its delicate taste it is also used for salad.

Mid-season

Medium ripening varieties begin to bear fruit at 45-55 days after sowing grains into the soil. All plants in this group differ in the method of cultivation (greenhouse, ground), purpose (fresh or for pickling) and type of pollination.

– characterized as a life-loving and disease-resistant plant. The length of the greens reaches 9-12 cm with an average weight of 100 g. Up to 3.8 kg of crop is harvested from each m2. The variety has good immunity and is resistant to powdery mildew.
- a variety pollinated by bees, characterized by a powerful stem, medium-sized fruits (length 10-12 cm, weight 90 g) and high yield (8 kg per 1 m2). tolerates low temperatures and is resistant to many diseases. Cucumbers have high taste qualities.
Libella– a universal hybrid with a long fruiting period. With proper care, you can harvest until the cold weather. The length of the greens reaches 14 cm, weight – 140 grams. Up to 10-12 kg are removed from a square meter. When salted, the flesh remains crispy and elastic. In agricultural technology, cases of crop damage by common diseases are rare.
Table– has an excellent taste without bitterness, ideal for pickling. The bush is formed long with a strong vine, the length of the fruit reaches 12 cm and weighs 80-90 grams. Productivity per 1 m2 is about 8 kg.

Late ripening

A feature of late-ripening cucumbers is that the seeds germinate well only in the 3rd year.

Therefore, the purchased material should be check for germination. Also, when choosing varieties of this group, you need to take into account the climate of the region and the ripening period of the greens in order to have time to collect most of the harvest before the onset of cold weather.

Phoenix– the harvest period begins 64 days after seed germination. Cucumbers reach a length of 16 cm, the average weight is 230 g. The bushes of the variety form a branched lash that resists the vagaries of the weather well.
Winner– characterized by long spreading vines that easily tolerate drought and coolness. The plant is resistant to various types of fungi. The length of the fruit reaches 14 cm with an average weight of 110 g. The yield per 1 m2 is 7-8 kg.
Solar– the variety is mid-season, but most gardeners plant it as a late variety. The bush produces many branches, forming a massive lash, which requires planting over a large area. The peel of the greens is covered with a few tubercles and greenish stripes. The length of the cucumber reaches 12 cm with an average weight of 140 g.
Brownie– the harvest period begins on the 65th day after germination. The length of the cucumbers is small (9 cm), but the taste is excellent. The culture has good immunity, showing resistance to almost all common diseases. Productivity – 6-8 kg per 1 m2.
Chinese- a disease-resistant variety with a mild taste and lack of... A special feature of the fruit is its short shelf life after harvesting. The original elongated cucumbers (30-35 cm) look like snakes. The plant tolerates low temperatures and poor light.

Which are the highest yielding ones for greenhouses?

All gardeners, without exception, are attracted to high-yielding varieties. You can try growing the most popular of them in your greenhouse.

– the fruits ripen 50-60 days after sowing. The length of the variety reaches 12 cm with an average weight of 85 g. A large number of ovaries are formed on the vine, which guarantees high yield - over 30 kg per 1 m2. Low seed germination requires planting the bed through seedlings.
- a popular cucumber among gardeners in our country. It is grown in almost every area. The size of the greens reaches 22-24 cm with an average weight of 150 grams. Over 10 kg are removed from the bush. In terms of taste qualities and rules of agricultural technology, the variety remains competitive with the best European developments of breeders.
– the harvest period begins on the 45th day after the sprouts appear. The formation of the lash is carried out in such a way that the bush does not need pruning. Zelentsy reach a length of 24 cm with an average weight of 280-300 g. From a square meter you can harvest up to 30 kg of cucumber. The plant practically does not suffer from olive spot and cucumber mosaic.

For planting in open ground

Suzanne- a universal crop that can be grown not only in open ground, but in a greenhouse and even on a balcony. The length of the lash reaches 3-4 m, forming a large number of ovaries. Pick 3-4 centimeter fruits or wait until they become larger; this does not affect the taste. Suzanne has good resistance to diseases and pests.
Sparta– the hybrid is bee-pollinated with stable fruiting. The length of the greens is 6-12 cm, the taste is pleasant without bitterness. The culture has strong immunity, especially to powdery mildew and fungi. The yield per bush is 2.8-3.1 kg.
Pickle– the fruiting period begins on the 55th day after the appearance of sprouts. The length of the greens is 9-11 cm with an average weight of 100-110 g. Over 4 kg is removed from one bush. Raznosol has a delicate taste with a sweetish note, without bitterness.
Pinocchio- a self-pollinating hybrid that begins to ripen 48 days after germination. The length of the greens is approximately 8-9 cm and weighs 85 g. The yield per bush is 3.4 kg.
Sturdy– in terms of the speed of ripening, the cucumber is considered a sprinter, just 38 days after the sprouts appear. The length of the greens is about 9 cm and weighs 80 g. The fruiting period is fleeting, all ovaries form and ripen together. Unfavorable weather does not have a negative impact on the growing season.

Sturdy

For cultivation in Siberia

Growing cucumbers in harsh climates has its own characteristics. It is better to plant cucumbers in Siberia in polycarbonate greenhouses or choose productive, early-ripening varieties.

When choosing seeds, preference should be given to varieties that are stress-resistant.

Altaic– characterized by a short ripening period, the harvest begins 36-40 days after seed germination. The length of the greens is 9-12 cm and weighs 100 g. The plant is cold-resistant and easily tolerates the vagaries of the weather. After harvest, the fruits retain their presentation and taste for a long time.
Serpentine– gherkin-type cucumber, ripens 39-42 days after germination. The fruiting period is characterized by intensity; already in the first 10 days, most of the harvest is harvested - over 1.7 kg per 1 m2. Serpentine is known for its taste qualities, which lack bitterness.
Bush- a compact plant that requires pollination. The length of the greens reaches 8 cm and weighs 90 grams. Productivity is stable with proper care (3 kg per bush). The peculiarity of the variety is its endurance and strong immunity. Cucumbers have a universal purpose.

Each variety of cucumbers has a set of impressive advantages. The main thing when choosing is to take into account the climatic features of the region and the correspondence of the characteristics of the varieties you like to them. Then the main stage of planting the future harvest will be completed correctly.

Planting cucumbers in open ground is a rather complicated procedure. This is explained by the fact that every gardener needs not only for the cucumbers to sprout, but also to produce a decent harvest. That is why it is necessary to choose the appropriate varieties of this crop, which are the most productive. These varieties include: delicacy, gherkin Madame, alligator, son of the regiment, pickling, etc.

Cucumbers of the Delicatesny variety are an early-ripening crop, which is mainly grown in open ground.

Characteristics of the variety:

The shape of the fruits of this plant is cylindrical.
They have small tubercles on the surface, and the surface itself is as smooth as possible.
The skin of the fruit of this plant is very tender and has a dark green color.
Delicatessen cucumbers have dense pulp, which is characterized by the presence of a large amount of sugar.
The small seed chamber gives these cucumbers special value.

All these qualities indicate that these cucumbers, which are used for planting in open ground, are an ideal option for pickling.

This variety is characterized by a high level of resistance to short-term cold snaps. Thanks to the extended fruiting period, the gardener can harvest over a long period. This plant should be planted no denser than 3-4 pieces per square meter.

Planting the seeds of this plant in the ground should be done no more than 1.5-2 centimeters. Also, Delicatessen cucumbers can be used for planting in greenhouses that are not heated. This action will take place at the end of May.

Features of the variety Son of the Regiment

Cucumbers of the Son of the Regiment variety belong to the category of mini gherkins. This plant is a mid-season variety. From its planting to the appearance of fruits, 40 to 45 days pass. This plant is characterized by a female type of flowering and also has medium branching.

The fruits of this cucumber variety are characterized by:

Oval in shape, the surface of which may be coarsely tuberculate. In this case, the tubercles are located quite rarely on the fruit.
The thorns of the fruits of this type of cucumber are white.
The average length of the fruit is from 6 to 8 centimeters.

The fruits of this plant are not able to outgrow or turn yellow, which makes them a particularly valuable garden crop. This plant is characterized by a high level of resistance to diseases such as cucumber mosaic virus, powdery mildew, and pumpkin scab.

This variety of cucumber is characterized by excellent taste and long-lasting fruiting.

These cucumbers are quite suitable for harvesting in the form of pickles. The fruits of this variety have a universal purpose.

Characteristics of Madame gherkins

Madame variety gherkins are an ideal option for planting in the ground. This is a mid-season variety that bears the first fruits 43-48 days after planting. This hybrid is capable of pollination by bees. This plant is characterized by the presence of a female type of flowering.

The ovaries of cucumbers of this variety have a bunched arrangement. One bunch can include from 3 to 6 fruits.

Cucumbers of this variety have:

Short cucumbers, which are characterized by a cylindrical shape.
Quite often there are tubercles on the surface of the fruit, which are characterized by small dimensions.
The fruits of this variety are dark in color, along which there are white stripes.
The thorns that are located on the cucumber fruits are white.
The thin and delicate skin of the fruit gives it special value.
The length of cucumbers ranges from 10 to 12 centimeters.
The weight of one fruit can range from 65 to 85 grams.

The fruits of this plant are not able to outgrow and turn yellow, and are also characterized by an increased level of density. This hybrid is quite valuable, as it is characterized by a high level of resistance to diseases such as root rot and downy mildew.

This plant has intensive fruit formation, which allows you to get a fairly high yield. The fruits of this variety can be consumed fresh or for canning. In order to form this plant, it is pinched above the third leaf.

Features of the Alligator and Chinese disease-resistant varieties

Cucumbers of the Alligator and Chinese disease-resistant varieties are ideal for planting in the ground. Alligator cucumbers are a bee-pollinated hybrid, which is characterized by long-lasting fruiting. This type of cucumber can be easily used not only for open ground, but also for greenhouses.

This plant is characterized by a high level of power and vigor. This type of cucumber has elongated cylindrical fruits. They have a dark green color and large tubercles on the surface.

The fruits of the Alligator variety are characterized by:

Shiny surface, as well as the presence of thin and delicate skin.
The length of the fruit is from 35 to 40 centimeters.
The pulp of the cucumber has a pleasant aroma and a sweet taste.
This hybrid is characterized by a high degree of resistance to diseases such as downy and powdery mildew.
It can be consumed both fresh and canned.

Chinese disease-resistant cucumbers are characterized by a high level of endurance and productivity. This powerful plant has short internodes and forms a single stem. The foliage of this plant is small. The fruits of this plant are characterized by a cylindrical shape and a smooth surface. The presence of a kind of handle gives the fruits originality. The fruits of cucumbers of this variety can have a length of 30 to 35 centimeters.

The fruits of cucumbers of the Chinese disease-resistant variety have excellent taste.

The name of this hybrid speaks for itself. It is indeed very resistant to various diseases. This variety of cucumbers can be grown in low light conditions and at low temperatures. The fruits of these cucumbers are used for fresh consumption, canning and preparing salads.

Features of the varieties Erofey and April

Many gardeners recommend Erofey and Aprilsky varieties for planting in open ground. Cucumbers of the April variety belong to the category of early ripening hybrids. Fruiting of this hybrid occurs within 45-55 days after planting in the ground. This plant can be grown not only in open ground, but also in boxes on the balcony. The fruits of this plant are cylindrical in shape and large in size. Their length can be from 22 to 25 centimeters, and their weight can be from 200 to 250 grams.

The fruits of the April variety do not have bitterness and are also undemanding in care, which allows them to be grown on various soils. This type of cucumber is quite resistant to cold, which allows them to be planted in early April. This quality also allows you to obtain rich harvests.

Cucumbers of the Erofei variety are bee-pollinated, which not only allows, but also requires their planting in the ground. This versatile mid-season variety allows it to be consumed both fresh and for canning.

The plant has a mixed type of flowering and is also characterized by:

Strong branching and vigorous growth.
The fruits of this plant are quite short. Their length can be from 6 to 7 centimeters.
The shape of the fruit is elongated-ovoid. They have slight tuberculation.
This variety is characterized by a high level of resistance to diseases such as powdery mildew.

Characteristics of the Corinna variety

The Corinna cucumber is an ideal option for planting in open ground. This variety is ultra early ripening. This parthenocarpic hybrid is very productive. This type can be widely used for both protected and open ground. Cucumbers of this variety belong to the category of medium-sized plants.

Characteristics of the variety:

The fruits are gherkins, which are 8 to 10 centimeters long.
They are characterized by a dark green color and the presence of small tubercles.
The thorns of the fruits of this plant are white.
The pulp of the fruit has absolutely no bitterness and is characterized by excellent consistency. They are widely used for pickling and canning.
This plant is quite resistant to various diseases.

This plant is planted in the ground at the end of May. No more than three plants should be planted per square meter. The depth of planting seeds in the ground is no more than 1.5 centimeters. This variety is characterized by ease of care, which consists of regular watering and fertilizing (done once every ten days).

Features of the varieties Konny and Nezhinsky

If you need to plant small cucumbers in open ground, varieties such as Connie and Nezhinsky would be an ideal option. Nezhinsky cucumbers are an ideal option for pickling.

They can be grown not only in open ground, but also in film shelters.

This variety belongs to the category of mid-season plants, which are characterized by unpretentiousness and a high level of resistance to various diseases. This variety is pollinated by bees, which allows it to be planted in open ground.

The cucumber bush of this variety is characterized by:

Long-climbing.
This plant has short fruits, which are characterized by an elongated ovoid shape.
The fruits have large tubercles, which are located extremely rarely.
The length of the fruits is from 10 to 12 centimeters, and their height is from 80 to 110 grams.

This plant is planted in open ground at the end of May. This action must be carried out with a density of 3 plants per square meter. Seeds are planted in the ground no deeper than 1.5-2 centimeters.

Connie cucumbers are a parthenocarpic early variety. They are characterized by:

High yield, as well as average climbing ability.
The first fruits of this plant appear 45 days after germination. On this plant, the ovaries are formed in bunches.
The fruits are characterized by a cylindrical shape and small size.
The length of cucumbers is from 7 to 9 centimeters, and the weight is from 60 to 80 grams.
The fruits are characterized by resistance to overgrowth, as well as the presence of white thorns.
The fruits of cucumbers of this variety have a crispy core, which is characterized by juiciness and lack of bitterness.

All of the above varieties are ideal for planting in open ground. Today there are many more varieties of cucumbers, but these are the most popular among gardeners. The choice of variety directly depends on what kind of harvest the gardener wants to have in the future.

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Cucumber seeds: proper preparation of cucumber seeds and growing features

To avoid problems with growing crops, so that all the work is not in vain, and it is of high quality and rich, you should take a responsible approach to the choice of varieties and hybrids. Is the variety you like suitable for the conditions that will be provided to it? Very often, gardeners sow varieties that are intended for planting in a greenhouse directly into open ground and are left disappointed. If there are no shoots, you should not blame the manufacturer - you should carefully study the recommendations on the bag.

The best cucumber seeds in the photo for open ground and greenhouses

You can select the best cucumber seeds that will delight gardeners with a high-quality harvest.

Hybrids that do not require formation are well suited for greenhouses, i.e. there is no need to pinch their lashes.

The best hybrids that are capable of producing crops already in the first month of fruiting are Temp and Bouquet.

Early triple hybrids:

They are capable of producing early harvests and bear fruit in bouquets - several greens from each bosom. Their advantage is that they can set fruit in poor lighting and at low temperatures.

The following are distinguished by long-term fruiting:

Hybrids

Hybrids for open ground:


Eliseevsky	Treasure Island
		Yarmorochny
	Novgorodets	Take a walk

The following can be distinguished from parthenocarpics:

Spring whim

Bee-pollinated varieties and hybrids for growing in a greenhouse:

Eurydice

First grade

Tereshechka

Borovichok

For covering soil you can choose:

Worthy varieties and hybrids:

Tarapunka F1

Fujiyama

Grasshopper F1

Kuzmich F1

Choosing a variety to grow is a responsible matter. Some are suitable for open ground, others only for greenhouses. In addition, you need to pay attention to what area the variety was bred for. If you make the wrong choice, the vegetables may not grow at all. Not many varieties can grow well in both the south and the north.

In the southern regions of Russia the best varieties are considered:

Call 238

Barrel F1

Winner

Berendey

Ant F1

red mullet

Donskoy passage

Salty ears

Harmonist

Nezhinsky 12

Salting clove

In the Far East and Siberia:

Altai, Dalnevostochny 27, Vladivostoksky 155, Cascade, Dar of Altai, Universal, Dalnevostochny 6, Avangard 121, Kit.

In the European part of Russia, the following are popular: Altaisky early 166, Nerosimy 40, Muromsky 36, Izyashny, Vyaznikovsky 37.

In Kazakhstan, Central Asia, Transcaucasia, in addition to varieties of European origin (Donskoy 175, Vyaznikovsky 37, Nerosimy 40, Nezhinsky 12, and others), local varieties are grown - Pervenets Uzbekistan 265, Tashkentsky 86, Kuilyuksky 262, Uzbek 40, Margelansky 822,

The following are most often grown in greenhouses and under film: Altaiskiy early 166, Muromskiy 36, Izyaschny, Nerosimy 40, Kharkovskiy 6, Vyaznikovskiy 37.

There are different types of cucumbers. They are usually divided according to storage method or use. These are salad cucumbers for pickling and canning.

You should not grow different species nearby. As they grow, they will all get mixed up with each other in the beds. If you preserve together species suitable and unsuitable for this procedure, then soon the jars will have to be thrown away.

Short fruits are used for pickling:

Vladimir

Kharkovsky

Pickling

Competitor

Bush

Far Eastern 27

fontanel

Faithful friends

Asterix

Reliable

Bochkovoy Salting

Vyaznikovsky 37

Siberian gherkin

Fabulous

Mommy's favorite

Brigantine

For pickling, vegetables are grown in the open ground and picked very small. These are Delicatessen, Regia F1 and Leandro F1.

The best cucumbers for salad:

		Mill
		Abundant
Neroshimy 40
		The Little Humpbacked Horse

The following are considered universal varieties:

		Moravian gherkin
Darling		Unity
Pasalimo	Coastal


droplet		baby crane

		Serpentine
Pasamonte

Dutch cucumber seeds

Dutch cucumber seeds are quite popular. They are resistant to various diseases, excellent for canning, and not bitter. Hybrids Masha and Herman are popular. Both of them produce high yields. They are usually sown at the end of March.

Growing cucumber seeds

Growing cucumber seeds has its own characteristics. This is a heat-loving crop. Seeds ripen at temperatures not lower than 12°C. Shoots may appear after ten days at a temperature of 18°C. If the temperature is 25-30°C, then after 3-6 days. When the temperature drops below 10°C, the seedlings turn yellow and rot. If the temperature is below 6°C, then physiological processes are disrupted.

If the nights are too cold in summer and early autumn, the number of female flowers on the plant is reduced. In addition, there is a risk of the formation of ugly fruits and the development of diseases.

How to collect cucumber seeds

Not all gardeners know how to collect cucumber seeds. Harvesting cucumber seeds is a simple procedure. The main caveat is that you should not collect them from hybrids - they will not produce a harvest. The F1 inscription on the bag means that it is a hybrid.

You should take ripe fruits. They are yellow, brown or brownish in color. Cucumber fruits are heterogeneous. It is believed that the female fruit gives the greatest yield. The male has three sides, the female has four.

A ripe cucumber is cut, the seeds are separated and washed. Then the saline solution is poured into the enamel bowl. And they put the seeds there. After a few days, they are washed again and begin to dry.

They will germinate somewhat earlier than purchased ones, and besides, they will not get sick. The ovaries on the plants are in no way inferior to those purchased. To prevent the harvest from being bitter, harvesting should be done from the front of the fruit.

However, there is a risk that if they are planted next year, a lot of barren flowers will grow. For this reason, they should be planted only after three years.

It is better to store them in paper bags. In the refrigerator or in the cellar. For convenience, the bags should include the year of collection and a description of the benefits of the variety.

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Growing new varieties of cucumbers in open ground

The most common vegetable grown is cucumber. The agricultural technology of its cultivation is quite simple, you just need to know some of its tricks. Breeders have developed a huge number of varieties of cucumbers, dedicated to the climatic conditions of any area. In this variety and abundance of varieties, it is very difficult to navigate and make a choice.

Characteristic features of varieties for open ground

Having decided to start growing cucumbers, you should study in detail the necessary growing conditions for the selected variety. Breeders divide the entire variety of cucumber hybrids into two main types:

Grown in open ground
Grown in greenhouse conditions

Therefore, before planting the selected variety, you should make sure that the plants are suitable for growing in the existing conditions. These subtleties directly affect the yield of the plant and its taste. A correctly chosen variety can produce a good harvest even in the northern conditions of the country.

Most of our fellow citizens grow these plants in open ground conditions. In this article we will try to talk about cucumber varieties suitable for cultivation in such conditions.

Before you start growing cucumbers in open ground, you should familiarize yourself with many of their characteristic features.

Firstly, if you decide to grow early varieties of cucumbers, you should know that this category of plants is more susceptible to disease than, for example, late varieties. In addition, the fruiting period of early cucumber varieties is somewhat shorter than that of late ones. The advantage of early open ground varieties is the early harvest of the long-awaited harvest.

The correct selection of a variety for the conditions of a given area will protect cucumber plants from many diseases that can affect cucumber plants zoned to the conditions of the central zone of our country.

The most common such diseases are:

Various manifestations of bacteriosis
Powdery mildew

An important feature that influences the growth and productivity of open ground cucumber crops is the soil structure chosen for the hole. Typically, cucumbers are planted on loose, sun-warmed soils containing a certain amount of fertilizer.

If you decide to plant cucumbers on virgin soil, you should take care of:

Necessary soil cultivation, otherwise all the vines will often be overgrown with weeds.
Before sowing, the selected area should be well fertilized, with the calculation of one bucket of manure per area of one square meter.
Cucumber plants are best planted after predecessors such as cabbage, onions or tomatoes.

Cucumber plants are grown both by seedlings and by directly planting seeds in open ground. In open ground conditions, it is the seedling method that will contribute to an early harvest.

Planting cucumber plants directly in open beds is carried out from May twenty-fifth with dry seeds. If the seeds have been previously germinated, then it is best to plant them in open ground from the beginning of summer, when the soil is sure to warm up.

When cucumber plants begin their active growing season, they should be fed once every two weeks with the following composition: about ten grams of ammonium nitrate are added to one liter of mullein.

Another method of feeding cucumbers is based on dissolving urea in ten liters of water. Feeding consumption is calculated based on the ratio: from two to three liters per square meter of area. With the beginning of fruiting, this feeding rate is increased. Water the holes in advance to ensure the best penetration of the fertilizing solution into the soil. Any drops of prepared fertilizer are washed off the leaves with abundant watering.

All cucumber varieties developed, adapted for cultivation in open ground, are conventionally divided by breeders into the following groups: self-pollinating, gherkins, early and Dutch. Let's look at each group in more detail.

Self-pollinating cucumber varieties do not require bees or any other insects to carry out the pollination process. After self-pollination, such plants usually have a bountiful harvest of fruit.

Cucumbers obtained from such plants are characterized by an almost complete absence of bitterness. They tolerate unforeseen climatic anomalies well, which are not typical for the summer in our part of Russia. In addition, self-pollinating cucumber plants are practically not susceptible to diseases.

Today, these varieties are grown in agricultural conditions where the number of natural pollinators is reduced. Self-pollinating cucumber varieties for open ground are resistant to temperature changes that occur during the flowering period of plants.

The most common varieties of self-pollinating cucumber plants are the following:

Orpheus is an ideal variety for growing in central Russia. Great for preparing light salads. The shape of the fruit is parthenocarpic. Fruits from the fortieth day. The plant is characterized by strong growth and branching vines. The leaves are medium-sized, green with a smooth edge. The length of the fruit reaches ten centimeters with sparse tubercles and white pubescence. The fruits do not outgrow for a long time.
Zozulya is one of the most common bee-pollinated cucumber hybrids. Ideal for growing in spring and summer. Characterized by an extended fruiting period. The length of the resulting cucumbers reaches up to twenty centimeters. The plant requires fertilizing. Cucumber plants of the Zador variety are distinguished by abundant fruiting of fruits selected in shape. The resulting greens are slightly lumpy, crispy and juicy in taste. They bear fruit early and for a long time, regardless of weather conditions. They pollinate without attracting insects. Can be used for preparing various types of salads and for canning.
The fruits of the Alliance variety are parthenocarpic and mid-season. Resistant to summer drops in air and soil temperatures. Medium-sized greens can grow up to fifteen centimeters long. The fruits have brown pubescence, sometimes white stripes are visible. In terms of taste, the fruit is absolutely not bitter. Group ovary. Hybrids have excellent salad characteristics. Plants are practically not affected by powdery mildew and bacteriosis.
Kroshka Raccoon is an early ripening variety of cucumber hybrids. Ideal for growing in open ground conditions. Zelentsy reach a length of nine centimeters. The cucumbers are sparsely tuberculate, with a dark green color and slight light stripes. The greens are dense, crunchy when eaten, without bitterness. Resistant to pathogenic influences.

Early varieties of cucumbers

Early cucumber varieties are in great demand among gardeners. Such species are the first to obtain a bountiful harvest. Early varieties are divided into bee-pollinated and parthenocarpic. Bee-pollinated varieties may not please the gardener with an abundance of harvest if cold, rainy weather prevailed during May and June. But parthenocarpic hybrids of open ground that have been under temporary shelters since early spring will delight you with early greenery.

The most common of them is the Muromsky variety.

It is characterized by high productivity and is unpretentious to conditions. The fruits can be collected on the thirtieth day after germination of the plant. In addition to the Muromsky variety, the most popular among the population are early varieties such as Ecole F1, Kurazh F1 and many others. The fruits of these varieties are perfect for making various summer salads and dishes that can relieve hunger in hot weather.

Hybrids of the Moscow Dude variety are also ideal for growing in open beds.

The plants produce early fruits and are pollinated primarily by bees. Quite resistant to the manifestation of most diseases. The egg-shaped greens have light stripes. The fruits grow up to thirteen centimeters in length and are characterized by excellent taste and high yield.

Gherkins are excellent for growing in open garden conditions. These are small cucumbers, very demanding on soil composition. Soil saturated with calcium is most favorable for them. Ideal for marinating, including at home.

The following gherkins are the most popular among gardeners:

“Son of the F1 regiment” are high-yielding hybrids used for growing in open ground. They have medium height characteristics and are light green in color. Cylindrical gherkins have a slight glossy coating on the surface. The bushes are able to bear fruit for a long time. The variety is not affected by powdery mildew.
Cucumbers of the “Moth F1” variety have a long fruiting period. The gherkins are meekly cylindrical in shape, narrow with small grooves. Light stripes are visible on the fruits. There is no bitterness in terms of taste. Very resistant to adverse conditions.
"Filipok F1" is characterized by the formation of early ripening hybrids. Suitable for growing in open beds. The fruits are dark green in color and cylindrical in shape. Light stripes are visible on the surface of such gherkins. They do not turn yellow for a long time. The fruit is practically not susceptible to downy mildew.

Dutch cucumber varieties recommended for cultivation in open ground are especially popular among the population of our country. Before growing, amateur gardeners select those varieties that are most suitable for growing in specific weather conditions:

The ideal variety for consumption is Pioneer F1. Its fruits ripen already on the fiftieth day from emergence. The plant is resistant to cucumber diseases and weather surprises.
The fruits of the Barion variety are ideal for canning.
A variety that is universal in terms of use, Marinda, has high yielding qualities.
Angelina F1 is a variety of Dutch cucumbers characterized by early fruit ripening. The plants are easy to grow and can pollinate themselves. The fruits are very juicy, reaching fourteen centimeters in length. Cucumbers of the Angelina F1 variety can be consumed either fresh or canned. Plants of this variety have good resistance to most known diseases.

Among the variety of groups and varieties of cucumber crops presented, everyone will be able to choose their own plant. You just need to carefully read the conditions of their growth and recommendations for use.

More information can be found in the video.

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What varieties of cucumbers are best to plant in the country?

Of no small importance for the ripening of a good harvest is the choice of a suitable variety of cucumbers. Today, the choice of seeds is huge and includes more than 270 types, differing in taste, shape, size, ripening period and growing conditions.

Hybrids and varieties of cucumbers grown in open ground

The early ripening variety “Competitor” is a high-yielding pickling variety with excellent taste characteristics. Quite resistant to diseases and unpretentious to growing conditions. The weight of the fruit reaches 130 g, the growth period from planting to fruit ripening is 50-55 days. The “Graceful” cucumber variety is characterized by rapid ripening and good growth of the ovary. The first harvest can be achieved 45-50 days after germination. The average weight of a cucumber is 100-120 g. The “Graceful” cucumber is suitable for growing in greenhouses and open ground. Plants resist bacteriosis and olive spot well. Used for preparing salads. The pickling hybrid “Rodnichok” is characterized by increased productivity and good preservation properties. Flowers are pollinated by bees, and fruiting occurs on the 45-50th day, with an average fruit weight of 80-120 g. Ripe cucumbers are well stored and do not have bitterness. The Phoenix 640 cucumber variety was bred by Crimean breeders and adapted to local climatic conditions. It has proven itself to be excellent for growing in open ground, ripening occurs in 60-65 days, and is pollinated by bees. Plants of this species have proven to be the most resistant to powdery mildew. Zelentsy are 10-15 cm long, covered with black thorns. The main fruit ovary occurs on the side shoots. Cucumbers of this variety are intended for pickling and eating.

Varieties of cucumbers grown in protected soil

The early ripening variety “Boy Thumb” begins to bear fruit already on the 40th day. The plant blooms with female flowers and is immune to a whole range of diseases. The fruits are small, gherkin-type, no more than 10 cm in length and weighing 50–60 g, excellent for pickling and preservation. A universal parthenocarpic (self-fertile) hybrid “Emelya F1”, the early ripening fruits of which are successfully used for pickling and food. It develops and grows best in heated greenhouses. Cucumbers ripen in approximately 45 days. Plants of this variety are characterized by unlimited growth of vines and a bunched arrangement of ovaries. Early ripening hybrid “Murashka F1” (up to 42 days after germination) with a bunched type of flowering and limited growth of lateral shoots. It bears fruit in large tuberous cucumbers with black spines, up to 8–12 cm in length.

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The best varieties of cucumbers

Cucumbers are a valuable food product that has gained well-deserved popularity among the population of the most diverse countries existing on our planet. In this article we will look at the best varieties of cucumbers that are suitable for certain conditions and needs. But don’t forget, choosing a good variety is not everything, cucumbers still need to be grown, so be sure to read the following articles: Growing cucumbers indoors and Growing cucumbers outdoors.

When choosing cucumbers for greenhouse cultivation, you don’t have to think about anything else other than the convenience and high yield of these wonderful vegetables. However, if we are talking about growing cucumbers in open ground, then in this case the most important factor is their zoning (one or another variety of cucumbers is intended for each region). It is on this factor that not only the degree of yield depends, but also the question of how cucumbers of this variety will sprout and whether they will grow at all. It should be noted that the further north your region is, the more important it is that the variety you grow in your garden bed is zoned (local). Only a few varieties grow with equal success in both the south and the north.

There are a huge number of varieties of cucumbers, but only the right, competent choice of variety will allow you to get a good harvest and satisfaction from the work done.

First of all, it is necessary to plant varieties that are zoned in a given climatic zone. Some varieties of cucumbers can only be grown in open ground, while others can be grown in greenhouses or greenhouses.

By studying this article, you will be able to get acquainted with the best varieties of cucumbers for open and closed ground, consider the concept of the yield of varieties, their characteristics, purpose (salad, pickling). When choosing from the varieties offered by the modern market, experienced gardeners still give preference to varieties of cucumbers of domestic selection and those that are most suitable for growing in the region of their residence.

List of the best varieties of cucumbers

Before you continue to study the best varieties of cucumbers, I recommend watching the following video, where the girl clearly and intelligibly explains which varieties of cucumbers are best sown in certain conditions and for what purposes.

“Vyaznikovsky - 37” is an ancient, Russian, early variety of cucumbers (from the appearance of the first shoots to fruiting - 50 days). It is advisable to grow in open ground. Characterized by an elongated ovary (up to 10 cm). This variety is universal: it is suitable for direct fresh consumption, as well as processing.

“Competitor” is a productive, early-ripening, pickling variety of cucumbers. Resistant to bacterial spotting and powdery mildew. The fruit weighs 120-130g. This variety of cucumbers is recommended to be grown in greenhouses, in open ground.

Cucumber “Bush” is an early-ripening and productive variety of cucumbers. The plant form is bushy. The taste of cucumber is excellent. From germination to fruiting – 55 days. This variety is for universal use. Preferably grown in open ground. Cucumber “Bush” is an early bee-pollinated variety for open ground. Has female type flowers. The length of the juicy green fruits is 9-12cm. The variety is universal and suitable for fresh consumption, pickling or canning.

“Zozulya” is an early ripening parthenocarpic variety of cucumbers. The period from the germination of these cucumbers to their fruiting lasts about 48 days. The degree of susceptibility of this variety to white and root rot is average. The climbing ability of the plant is weak. The length of the main lash is average. The leaves are green in color, rounded - pentagonal in shape, and medium in size. The ovary is cylindrical in shape with a slightly tuberculate surface. The greenery of this variety has a smooth base. Pubescence is sparse, white. The length of the cucumber reaches 23 cm, and its weight reaches 290 g. The taste of fresh fruits is good. This variety is distinguished by early and friendly fruiting. These cucumbers are recommended to be grown in greenhouses.

“F1 Moravian gherkin” – medium-ripening cucumbers. This hybrid is grown both in open ground and in greenhouses. Pollinated by bees. The fruit reaches a length of 8-10 cm and has no bitterness. A variety for universal use. Used fresh, also suitable for pickling and canning.

Cucumber “F1 Connie” is an early-ripening, productive parthenocarpic hybrid. The plant has an average number of lashes, the formation of ovaries is bunched. The fruit has white spines, is not bitter, and is cylindrical in shape. This is a universal variety, resistant to diseases.

Cucumber “F1 – Masha” is the earliest parthenocarpic hybrid. The length of its fruits ranges from 8 to 11 cm. The variety is universal. This hybrid is resistant to major diseases, such as cladosporiosis, powdery mildew, and cucumber mosaic virus. Intended for cultivation both in open and closed ground.

Cucumber “F1 New Nezhinsky” is a productive, early ripening, bee-pollinated hybrid of the pickling type. The fruit has a fruit length of 8-10cm, without bitterness. The plant forms long vines. The variety is excellent for growing in open ground and for greenhouses. This is one of the best varieties used for pickling.

Cucumber “F1 Champion” is a hybrid for open and closed ground, which gives a very high yield. The variety is early, parthenocarpic. The fruits are quite large and tuberculate. Very good for canning. This hybrid is resistant to many diseases.

“Phoenix – 640” is a bee-pollinated variety with female flowering and late ripening. The lashes are long and branched. The fruits are large, crispy, without bitterness, and do not turn yellow for a long time. The variety is resistant to major diseases and is universally used. Consumed fresh, suitable for processing. Fruits until the onset of frost.

“Rodnichok” is a productive, bee-pollinated variety of pickling cucumbers. Fruiting earlier (48-50 days). Fruits weighing up to 120g have excellent commercial quality, no bitterness. However, this variety of cucumbers requires a pollinator variety. They are grown both in open ground and in greenhouses.

“Courage F1” is an early-ripening, self-pollinating hybrid (flowering type is female). The growing season of this hybrid is 50 days. The plant is vigorous, has 4-6 ovaries per node. The fruit is dark green, with light stripes, weighing up to 130g and up to 15cm long. Often tuberous, with white spines. There is no bitterness in the fruits, the taste quality is high. The variety is resistant to diseases. Universal use, grown both in open ground and in greenhouse conditions.

“Herman F1” is one of the most popular high-yielding parthenocarpic hybrids of early ripening cucumbers (begins bearing fruit after 45 days). The plant is vigorous. The length of the fruit reaches 12 cm. The pubescence is white, the color is dark green, the shape is cylindrical, bitterness is completely excluded. The hybrid is large-tubercular, dense. Up to 6 fruits can form in one node. This plant is resistant to cladosporiosis, downy and powdery mildew, as well as cucumber mosaic virus. This cucumber is used for fresh consumption and processing. This hybrid is grown through seedlings. Planting pattern: 70 by 30 cm.

Universal varieties of cucumbers include: Stork, Beregovoy, Vostok, Blagodatny, Golubchik, Druzhina, Duet, Dachny, Unity, Whale, Zhuravlenok, Cruise, Libelle, Levina, Marinda, Pasamonte, Moravian Gherkin, Regia, Seversky, Nightingale, Serpentine, Sagittarius , Farmer, Ussuriysky 3, Photon, Khabar, Squadron, Epilogue and many others.

How to choose the best variety.

Shape and size are not the only characteristics by which hybrids and varieties of cucumbers are distinguished. The pubescence (spininess) of the fruit is sometimes completely absent, and sometimes it is quite dense. The thorns, depending on the variety, can be small or large. They also vary in color (brown, black, white).

Cucumbers with white spines are usually salad-type cucumbers. They are not suitable for pickling. It is the cucumbers that have white thorns that come to our shelves from greenhouses at any time of the year. Even on the long, smooth fruits of cucumbers you can see sparse white thorns.

Brown or black spines are a sign of universal or pickling type cucumbers. Most often, these varieties and hybrids are intended for cultivation in open ground or in greenhouses. These fruits are consumed fresh, salted and pickled. However, these varieties of cucumbers also have a drawback: they quickly overripe, turn yellow, and become rough. And again, I recommend taking a break from reading and watching the following useful video on how to choose the right varieties of cucumbers.

Video on how to choose a cucumber variety

Early varieties ripen quickly and produce a harvest. However, late varieties of cucumbers are more resistant to diseases and bear fruit for a long time.

The cucumbers you choose to grow must be resistant to weather conditions, as well as diseases that are common in your area.

If the variety is parthenocarpic (female flowering type), then a pollinator variety must be planted with it. Otherwise, the selected variety will not give the expected results - it will bloom profusely but produce few fruits. In addition, parthenocarpic varieties are usually grown in film shelters or in greenhouses. If these varieties are pollinated by bees, the fruits will be ugly and twisted. Therefore, you should refrain from growing these varieties in open ground unless there is an indication that they are suitable for this purpose.

It is a known fact that after many years of experiments, geneticists in the United Arab Emirates produced cucumbers with square fruits that are convenient for both storage and transportation. They say that the taste of such cucumbers does not differ from ordinary ones.

Having carefully studied the cucumber varieties proposed above, as well as following our growing recommendations, you will certainly find a suitable variety or hybrid of this vegetable for you and will be able to delight yourself and your family with beautiful, crisp green fruits grown on your own plot.

An early-ripening cucumber variety called Competitor has earned positive reviews and popularity among domestic gardeners. In the photo these are medium-length cucumbers, which will be convenient for preservation and fresh consumption. The description and detailed characteristics of this variety say: the fruits have an excellent taste. Other advantages of the Competitor include early ripening and a high, stable level of yield.

Description of the variety Competitor

This variety has more than 30 years of cultivation history. Cucumbers bred in Crimea were initially intended exclusively for the southern regions, but then breeders expanded their geography. The demand for the Competitor is due to its advantages:

early ripening (1.5 - 2 months);
stable good yield (on average - 3-5 kg/sq. m);
compact size for preservation (9-12 cm);
sweetish pleasant taste;
high rates of pollination;
good level of seed germination;
resistance to certain diseases (powdery mildew, peronosporosis, as well as bacteriosis, cladosporiosis);
long fruiting period.

Other characteristics of fruits and bushes:

weight - about 100 g;
color - dark green;
the skin is thick;
the surface is very lumpy, with soft black spines;

Cucumber seeds Competitor

the pulp is aromatic, quite dense, juicy and crispy;
plant - up to 2 m in length, powerful;
stalk - 5-7 cm.

Among the disadvantages of the variety are problems that may arise if the crop is kept in the garden: the skin becomes even thicker and becomes covered with cracks. Overripe cucumbers turn yellow and lose their flavor. In addition, like many other varieties, the Competitor will begin to taste bitter if it felt a lack of moisture during the growth process.

The variety is unpretentious. It can successfully grow and bear fruit both in open ground and in a greenhouse. For this, it is very important to properly plant in the soil. Sowing seeds for seedlings is usually carried out in the first days of May, and at the end of the month or beginning of June the sprouts are transplanted into the ground. The classic bed layout for this variety is 40x40 cm.

Attention! The further south your region is, the earlier the sowing/planting time.

Cucumbers can also be planted by seeds:

The material is pre-prepared: sorted, disinfected, washed.
Sowing is done using a strip or row method.
The air temperature is maintained at the first stage of growth - this is about + 22-23°C. The soil should be well moistened and warmed to at least +15°C. In this case, you can expect shoots in 3-5 days.
The beds are covered to create a favorable environment for the seeds.

Competitor cucumbers in the garden

The soil in which cucumbers will grow must meet the following criteria:

good looseness and breathability;
sufficient saturation with organic matter and minerals;
absence of weeds;
enrichment with fertilizers at the stage of flowering and budding;
normal moisture, best watering using drip irrigation.

Advice. It is best to prepare the soil for cucumbers in the fall: dig deep and saturate it with organic matter. For this purpose, you can take vermicompost or manure.

People who have experience growing the Competitor variety advise growing cucumbers on trellises. Another recommendation is to remove the ovaries and stepsons during the formation of the first 3-4 leaf axils of the main vine. This way you will give the root the necessary reserve for intensive development and, ultimately, increase the yield. Then you can proceed like this:

at the 5-6th node, leave only a couple of ovaries and remove all the stepsons;
at the 6-7th node, pinch the ovaries and lateral shoots after the first leaf;
at the top level, pinch the side stems after 2-3 leaves (depending on the situation, focusing primarily on the degree of thickening).

Advice. When the whip reaches the horizontal grid, wrap the main stem around it in 2-3 turns. After that, lower it down half a meter and pinch some more.

The experience of gardeners shows that in standard beds the yield of Competitor cucumbers is significantly lower. The key emphasis during cultivation is timely and sufficient watering. And, of course, the heat-loving vegetable is very capricious with regard to changes in soil temperature. For care and attention, the Competitor variety will reward the owner with delicious fruits of an attractive presentation.