Cucumber Khrustishka F1

Cucumber Khrustishka belongs to those varieties that are distinguished by their unpretentiousness. You can grow Khrustishka cucumbers in any of the regions, since the greens of this crop can easily grow both in the open field and in greenhouses. Cucumber Khrustishka was introduced by LLC Research Institute of Vegetable Breeding and Agrofirma Aelita LLC in 2015, at the same time the variety was entered into the State Register of the Federation.

Description of the variety of cucumber Khrustishka

The height of the Khrustishka cucumber bush reaches 1,2 m in open ground and more than 3 m in greenhouse conditions, the plant grows quickly and strongly, is paternocarpic.

Cucumber Khrustishka leaves are located on long petioles, small greens of dark green color are decorated with bright veins. The leaves themselves are small but numerous.

Cucumber inflorescences of Khrustishka variety form small bouquets. At least 7 ovaries are present in each internode, the type of flowering is female.

Detailed description of fruits

Cucumber Khrustishka F1 is a variety with impeccable performance, the description of which is fully true:

• Khrustishka cucumbers are oval, pointed, rather miniature: they reach about 10 cm in length and weigh 80 g;
• the surface of the greenery is covered with small pimples that have white “thorns”;
• the skin is not thick, there are barely noticeable stripes on its surface;
• the taste characteristics of the variety are high: the fruit is juicy and crispy both fresh and salty, the pulp is sweet, there is no bitter taste;
• The fruits are versatile in use: they are suitable for preparing vitamin summer salads, along with meat dishes and other vegetables, they are used in conservation, since they completely retain their shape in a jar without losing their taste.

Characteristics of a variety

Cucumber Khrustishka F1 has a number of features, including the ability to form ovaries without pollination. In view of this, the hybrid can be grown not only in open ground, where pollinating insects move freely, but also in a greenhouse, where access is difficult for them. In such cucumbers (parthenocarpics), seeds are either absent or do not develop to the desired state, so it is not possible to collect your seed material.

Productivity

The Khrustishka cucumber, the description and reviews of which attract the attention of gardeners, has other distinctive features:

• The variety is early maturing. The first fruits appear within 45 – 50 days after the appearance of the first shoots;
• Yields are high: for every square meter there are at least 10 kg of cucumbers. The stability of high yields provides good plant immunity, as well as a reduced level of demanding cultivation;
• Despite the fact that Khrustishka cucumber can grow in various regions of the country, cold weather can affect the condition of the plant. But the variety is still frost-resistant, so it is not afraid of slight temperature underestimations.

Pest and disease resistance

Cucumber variety Khrustishka has good immunity. Therefore, the diseases characteristic of nightshade are not of high danger to him:

• powdery mildew;
• tobacco mosaic virus;
• root rot;
• olive blotch.

Cucumber Khrustishka also has medium resistance to downy mildew, which most often affects greens.

Pros and cons of the variety

Khrustishka cucumbers, reviews of which and photos allow us to say that the variety is ideal for growing, has its own advantages and disadvantages. The advantages of this type of cucumber include:

• high yield;
• excellent taste;
• perfect appearance;
• high immunity;
• unpretentiousness in care;
• early maturation;
• the possibility of growing a variety in a greenhouse without the participation of pollinators;
• versatility in terms of application.

Among the minuses, one can only name the fact that it is impossible to collect the seeds of this cucumber, so the seed will have to be bought annually, as well as the fact that plants of this variety need a mandatory garter.

Growing rules

Cucumber Khrustishka can please with its fruits before other varieties. To do this, you just need to follow the rules of cultivation.

Terms of sowing

Good yields start with the right planting:

• Seeds can be sown in the ground in May if the weather is warm and stable enough. In this case, the temperature of the soil in the exhaust gas must be at least 12 °C;
• Cucumber seedlings can be planted as early as April. In order for the seeds to germinate and the growth of seedlings to begin, the air temperature must be in the range of 20 – 25 ° C. Planting seedlings in the ground is carried out in the last days of May, at least 3 true leaves should form on them;
• The timing of planting in greenhouses depends on whether they are heated or not. In the first case, the seeds can be sown in April, in the second – in May. Planting seedlings in a greenhouse should also be determined by the temperature level in it.

Choosing a place and preparing beds

The variety loves heat, so it is best to plant cucumbers in areas where sunlight prevails and there are no drafts. Suitable for planting and penumbra areas. The main thing is that the width and length of the beds should allow plants to be planted in such a way that they are not crowded, otherwise the yield will decrease. Regarding the soil, it must also be enriched before planting cucumbers. Most often, complex fertilizer is used, for example, wood ash, which is sprinkled on the ground so that each grown bush has about a tablespoon.

How to plant

If sowing seeds is carried out in open ground, then cucumbers are planted in the prepared substrate according to the scheme: one seed for every 30 cm. The soil must be moist, thoroughly loosened. Seeds are sunk into the ground a few millimeters: it is recommended to simply sprinkle them with soil.

In the case of planting seedlings, it is also necessary to follow some rules:

1. So that the grown-up cucumbers are not crowded, they are planted according to a certain pattern: 1 bush per 30 cm square.
2. The soil should be enriched with organic fertilizers.
3. Before planting, make a hole, spill it with warm water and place a seedling in it.
4. After that, the roots and a small part of the stem are sprinkled with earth so that the seedlings stand at an angle of about 75 ° C. This is necessary so that the fragile stems do not break under the influence of the wind. If the landing is carried out in a greenhouse, then the degree of inclination can be ignored.

Aftercare for cucumbers

Cucumber Khrustishka F1 is an unpretentious variety. However, you need to know about a number of general rules for caring for a plant:

• it is best to form a hybrid in 1 stem;
• binding is mandatory;
• top dressing during the growing season is applied three times, using water-soluble mineral fertilizers;
• watering is carried out 1 time per day, and during the formation of ovaries, the amount of moisture must be increased, therefore it is recommended to water cucumbers during this period in the morning and evening;
• the lower leaves should be removed regularly so that the roots have a good air flow;
• the first week of fruiting, it is recommended to remove greens that have not yet fully ripened. Subsequently, you can give the fruits to ripen to the end.

Conclusion

Cucumber Khrustishka is a universal variety that is loved by many summer residents and experienced gardeners. The main advantage of the culture is the high yield and excellent taste of the fruit.

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