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Cucumber is one of the most common vegetable crops that gardeners love so much. Cucumber Herman is a winner among other varieties, due to its high yield, its taste and duration of fruiting.
Characteristic of the variety
The hybrid cucumber variety Herman F1 was allowed to be grown on the territory of the Federation back in 2001, and during this time it managed to attract both amateurs and experienced gardeners, not yielding its leadership so far. Herman F1 is a versatile variety that is suitable for growing in greenhouses, outdoors and farms over large areas.
The description of the German F1 cucumber variety on the package is incomplete, so you should study all the subtleties of this hybrid.
An adult cucumber bush grows to medium size and has the end point of the growth of the main trunk.
The leaves of the bush are medium in size, dark green. Herman F1 cucumber itself is cylindrical in shape, has an average ribbing and moderate tuberosity, the spikes are light. The peel is dark green in color, has a slight spotting, short white stripes and a slight coating. The average length of cucumbers is 10 cm, diameter is 3 cm, and the weight is not more than 100 g. The pulp of cucumbers has no bitterness, with a sweet aftertaste, light green color and medium density. Due to its taste qualities, the German cucumber variety is suitable not only for salting for the winter, but also for fresh consumption in salads.
Storage is possible for a long time, yellowness does not appear. With untimely harvesting, they grow up to 15 cm and can be on the bush for a long period. The Herman F1 cucumber variety has good transport characteristics even over long distances.
This variety of cucumbers is immune to powdery mildew, cladosporosis and mosaic. But due to the possibility of damage by aphids, spider mites and rust, it is necessary to carry out preventive measures for the Herman F1 hybrid variety cucumber.
Cultivation
Initially, the seeds of cucumbers of the hybrid variety German F1 were treated with tiram (a protective shell with nutrients) using the drageeing procedure, so no additional actions with the seeds are required. If the seeds are naturally white, you may have bought a fake.
You can grow Herman F1 cucumbers in summer cottages and large farm areas. Due to the fact that the plant is parthenocarpic, its cultivation in a greenhouse is possible even in winter. From the appearance of seedlings to the first cucumbers, it takes about 35 days. Active mass fruiting cucumbers of the hybrid variety Herman F1 begin on the 42nd day. To prevent burns in the summer, it is necessary to think over the place of sowing in advance or arrange an additional blackout (sow corn nearby, come up with a temporary canopy that is placed during abundant sunshine). When grown in a greenhouse, cucumbers need to be watered 2-3 times a week, but in open ground – more often, as the soil dries out. After each watering around the bush, it is necessary to do mulching. Under good conditions from 1 m2 you can collect up to 12-15 kg of cucumbers, and the hybrid variety German F1 will bear fruit from early June to September. Harvesting can be done manually and with the help of agricultural technology.
Planting Seeds
Growing a Herman F1 cucumber will not make it difficult even for a beginner. Due to the special coating, German cucumber seeds do not require additional procedures before sowing, and the germination rate is more than 95%, therefore, when planting immediately in the ground, the seeds should be placed one at a time, without subsequent thinning. Various types of soil are suitable for sowing, the main thing is that a sufficient amount of fertilizer is present. The earth should warm up to 13 ° C during the day, up to 8 ° C at night. But the air temperature should not fall below 17 ° C during the day. The approximate planting period for German F1 cucumber seeds in early May may vary depending on the regions.
The earth needs to be dug up well, it is advisable to add sawdust or last year’s leaves. This procedure is necessary for aeration so that the soil is filled with the necessary amount of oxygen. Immediately before sowing German F1 seeds, humus, peat or mineral fertilizers are placed in the wells. Then the place for sowing is abundantly watered. Seeds are sown at a distance of 30-35 cm from each other, between the rows it is necessary to leave 70-75 cm, which will allow convenient harvesting. The sowing depth should not exceed 2 cm. If seeds of the German F1 hybrid variety are sown outside the greenhouse, the seeds can be covered with a film to maintain the temperature, after the appearance of sprouts it should be removed.
Planting seedlings
Seedlings of cucumbers of the HermanF1 hybrid variety are grown for an earlier harvest. Seeds germinate in favorable conditions in advance, and already grown cucumber bushes are planted on the main place of growth.
Tanks for seedlings of Herman F1 cucumbers must be chosen with a large diameter in order to leave a large clod of earth on the roots during transplantation in order to avoid damage to them.
Separate containers are filled with a special substrate intended for growing vegetables or only cucumbers. Thus, you can be sure that the soil is filled with the necessary minerals for the full growth and development of cucumber seedlings. Seeds are sown to a depth of about 2 cm, after which they are covered with cling film or glass to maintain the required temperature and humidity (greenhouse effect) and placed in a sunny place.
After the emergence of sprouts, it is necessary to remove the cover from the seedlings of German F1 cucumbers and slightly lower the temperature in the room to avoid stretching the seedlings, otherwise the stem will become long, but thin and weak. After about 21-25 days, cucumber seedlings are ready for transplanting into a greenhouse or open ground.
It is recommended to plant seedlings of cucumbers of the Herman F1 hybrid variety by cotyledon leaves in pre-prepared holes. As with seeds, the planting site must be fertilized and watered.
Shrub formation
For the convenience of harvesting and increasing it, it is necessary to correctly form a bush of cucumbers and further monitor its development. Form it into one main stem. Due to the excellent ability of Herman F1 cucumber to weave, it is necessary to use trellises. This method is suitable for both open ground and greenhouse cultivation.
Twine is often used in greenhouses. Natural material is used for its tourniquet, it is not recommended to use nylon or nylon, as this material can damage the stem. The thread is tied to the racks and the length is measured to the very soil. The end must be stuck into the ground near the bush to a shallow depth, carefully so as not to damage the roots. For the future garter of side shoots, you need to make separate bundles 45-50 cm long from the main trellis. A separate tourniquet is made for each bush of cucumbers. When the cucumber bush does not exceed 40 cm in height, its stem should be carefully wrapped around the twine several times. As the seedlings grow, the procedure is repeated several times until it reaches the trellis.
So that the overgrown stem of the bush does not interfere with the passage between the rows and for greater productivity, it is necessary to pinch off its edge. You should also remove all shoots and ovaries that form in the first four leaves of the bush. This is necessary for the formation of a strong root system, since nutrients and moisture enter the cucumber bush through it. In the next two sinuses, 1 ovary is left, the rest is pinched. All subsequent ovaries are left as is to form a crop, usually there are 5-7 of them per node.
Additional fertilizing
To improve the yield of the German F1 hybrid variety, it is necessary to apply different types of fertilizers, starting from sowing seeds to fruiting. There are several types of nutrition:
- nitrogen;
- phosphoric;
- potash.
The first dressing of the cucumber must be done before flowering, it is necessary for the active growth of the bush. You can use store-bought fertilizers, apply horse, cow or chicken droppings. The second dressing of Herman F1 cucumber is done when the fruits are formed. During this period, it is necessary to use phosphorus and potassium. If necessary, this procedure can be repeated after a week. During the entire growth of the cucumber, it is necessary to feed with ash.
Herman F1 Cucumber is an excellent choice for beginners and avid gardeners. Early ripeness and high yield will make it possible to enjoy bright taste qualities for a long time. And the pleasant reviews about German cucumbers confirm this once again.
