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Cucumbers are the favorite product on the table of every family, and those cucumbers grown in their own garden are especially good: their fresh taste causes an excellent appetite and brings great pleasure.
Now there are many cucumber varieties on the market, and for a good harvest, the gardener needs to make the right choice. In this article, the reader will learn about the most popular hybrid varieties of cucumbers, the most productive in the open ground of the climate.
The need for careful approach when choosing a resistant variety
Experienced gardeners know that when growing cucumber crops, you need to pay attention to some features: a lot depends on which variety is planted, with what characteristics, etc. Any mistake at this stage will lead to the fact that the crop simply will not rise, and comfortable time will be missed.
What to consider when choosing seeds:
- conditions for growth: open-air soil, greenhouse or other place;
- time for harvesting fruits: at the beginning of summer, in the middle or at the end;
- duration of fruiting;
- purpose of future use.
Breeding scientists began to create hybrid varieties with high resistance and yield in weather conditions. Cucumbers are conditionally divided into early, medium and late. Plants are affected by diseases if they do not germinate at the right time, respectively, the right choice provides the best protection for the plant from harmful bacteria.
There are two main groups of cucumbers that are used outdoors:
- Self-pollinated.
- Bee-pollinated.
The first group of varieties is resistant to various weather conditions, is high-yielding – the participation of pollinators is not necessary: self-pollination occurs in the flower.
For pollination of plants from the second group, insects are required. Fruits have fine appearance, appetizing aroma and good taste. This cultivar thrives well in partial shade.
Self-pollinated varieties
The most popular hybrids of this group of varieties are listed below with a list of the main characteristics of germination.
The F1 Ant
These are high yielding gherkins that ripen quickly. Resistant to olive blotch and powdery mildew. The plant grows moderately, has an average branching. The surface of cucumbers is covered with large green tubercles, 7-11 cm. Cucumber ripens in about 37-39 days, weighing about 100 g. In one node, 3-7 fruits appear. There is no bitter taste.
Masha F1
This hybrid variety is very fruitful: 6-7 cucumbers appear in a node. It resists powdery mildew well, has a fairly strong defense against other diseases. Cucumber is about 10 cm long, weight 90-100 gr. Colors of dark greens, matures approximately 40 days.
Equestrian F1
It matures longer and weighs less. The fruits are ready for use after 48-50 days, up to 9 cm long, lighter than 85 gr. The yield of the hybrid is average – from 2 to 5 cucumbers per node. This variety is immune to powdery mildew and root rot. The taste of cucumber is pleasant, does not give bitterness. Green in color, the surface is covered with small tubercles. In use, the Conny F1 is also versatile.
Zozulya F1
The variety is characterized by rapid ripening (in about 35-37 days) and long fruits (reaches 22 cm, sufficient heavy weight – up to 300 g). Due to the severity and size, no more than 3 fruits appear in the node. These cucumbers are used for different purposes due to their great taste.
Claudia F1
Ripens long enough – about 50 days, small in size – a little over 10 cm long, weighing up to 90 grams. The yield of this hybrid is good, 4-6 cucumbers appear in the node. Characteristic pleasant taste, bitterness is absent, due to which it has a universal application. The plant will bear fruit in open ground and greenhouses.
bee-pollinated varieties
The hybrids listed below are widely distributed among gardeners due to their properties: taste, yield, ability to grow successfully in open ground.
Lord F1
It successfully resists many diseases, except for root rot. It ripens in 42-44 days, cucumbers are medium in size – 10-11 cm long, weighing 90-100 grams. Up to 3 cucumbers ripen in one node. Used more like pickles.
True Friends F1
The variety is resistant to cold temperatures, cucumbers ripen quickly – within 40 days. In size, it is slightly longer than 8 cm, weighing about 100 grams, but up to 7 cucumbers ripen in a node. This variety is immune to powdery mildew, effectively resists other diseases. Green cucumbers with light stripes.
Alphabet F1
This gherkin has strong immunity. It ripens in 40 days: weight up to 115 grams, length up to 11 cm. From 4 to 10 cucumbers appear in a node. The hybrid variety is valued for its very good taste without bitterness.
Farmer F1
These cucumbers ripen for a long time – 55-60 days, they can bear fruit for a long time, which is ensured by its cold resistance. Good resistance to almost all cucumber diseases. Characteristics of the fetus: weight – 90-100 gr., Length – 11-12 cm. Only 1-2 fruits appear in the node.
Nezhinsky 12
This hybrid variety resists most diseases and is intended for salting. Fruits ripen 50-60 days, 10-12 cm in length, about 100 gr. in weight. The variety is considered high-yielding, 6-7 cucumbers of sweet taste appear in the node.
Compass F1
These cucumbers are ready to use in 40-45 days. The variety successfully resists many diseases. The length of the cucumber is 10-12 cm, weight – 100-120 gr. Cucumbers are large-bumpy with black spines on the surface. Compass F1 is a high-yielding hybrid, 3-9 fruits appear in a node. Used primarily for pickling.
Other Popular Outdoor Hybrid Varieties
Erofeus F1
It is a low growing and highly branched variety that effectively resists downy mildew. The fruit is only 6-7 cm long, with tubercles – this is a good option for pickles, salads, eating fresh. Ready for use after about 50 days. Has good taste.
Springwell F1
The variety is resistant to many diseases. Cucumbers ripen 50-55 days, grow in length up to 12 cm, weighing no more than 100 grams. The shape is similar to a tuberous cylinder, rare spikes protrude. The taste is very good, there is no bitterness, cucumbers are universal, suitable for different purposes.
April F1
This plant can really be grown even on the balcony of your apartment – it is quite compact. The fruits are ready in 50-55 days. Cucumbers are large: up to 25 cm long, weighing 220-250 grams. This is a very convenient variety in many ways:
- cold-resistant, contributing to maturation in the open field;
- good taste without bitterness;
- easy care;
- disease resistance.
F1 competitor
These hybrid cucumbers mature in 40-55 days. They have good resistance to diseases such as powdery mildew and spotting. Elongated large-bumpy fruits reach 12-15 cm long, weighing 120 grams. This variety has an excellent taste and is used for pickling.
Growing cucumbers in partial shade
Since plants need the sun to grow vigorously, gardeners tend to choose areas that are well lit throughout the day. In a situation where all the seats are occupied by other crops, some hybrid varieties of cucumbers can be planted in partial shade, they are designed specifically for such conditions. This will free up space for planting cucumbers, eggplants and other plants that grow exclusively in bright sun.
The secret of F1
A variety of medium branching, self-pollinating, the fruits ripen in 45-60 days. The plant is resistant to many diseases: spotting, mosaic, rot, etc. Valued for its good taste, cucumbers are universal in use. No more than 2 fruits appear in the node, on average 13 cm long, weighing 110-120 grams. Grows in open ground and greenhouses.
Moscow evenings F1
A versatile hybrid, the fruits are suitable for fresh consumption and pickling. It is highly resistant to common cucumber diseases. The hybrid matures in 40-45 days, the fruit grows up to 14 cm long and gains weight up to 110 grams. It has a great taste, in which there is no bitterness.
Murom 36
This variety ripens quickly – in less than 45 days, the fruits can be bumpy or smooth, small in size: from 6 to 10 cm.
The most productive hybrid varieties of cucumbers
gourmet
This is one of the best varieties suitable for salting. He is able to easily endure cold snaps (but only short-term ones). These are early cucumbers, and due to the fact that they bear fruit for a long time, the harvest is plentiful. The plant has a small branching, so it can be planted quite close to each other.
Cucumbers grow medium in size, up to 10 cm, cylindrical in shape, the surface is covered with small tubercles.
These cucumbers are of excellent taste, have a dense texture. The delicacy variety grows well in open ground and greenhouses, even unheated.
Madame
This is a variety of gherkins that grows well in open ground. The first cucumbers appear after 40-45 days. The plant also has an excellent yield, 3-6 fruits appear on the node. The fruit is about 10 cm long, small weight – up to 90 grams. It is characterized by a thin skin, which increases the value. Madame perfectly resists the most common diseases such as root rot, powdery mildew (false).
To taste, this variety is of good quality, it is used universally: for salads and pickles.
Corinna
The hybrid is high-yielding, because it quickly ripens – in 40-45 days. The plant is medium-sized: in the garden, the seeds can be planted quite close to each other.
It is also a gherkin, grows in length less than 10 cm. It has an excellent taste without bitterness, a dense texture, which is why it is used in pickles. Tellingly, the fruit has small white spikes. The plant is resistant to many cucumber diseases.
To ensure the best harvest, it is recommended to plant seeds before the start of summer, at the end of May. For maturation, the plant requires regular watering. It is also recommended to feed with useful substances.
The son of the regiment
This is a mini gherkin that matures in 40-45 days. The fruits are small (6-8 cm) and dense. The taste of cucumbers is excellent, suitable for pickles or fresh consumption.
The ability not to overgrow along with a thin peel makes the Son of the Regiment a very valuable vegetable both on the table and for pickling for the winter. With proper care and watering with top dressing, cucumber diseases are not terrible for him, since the internal resistance is very good.
Conclusion
Growing cucumbers in open ground is not a difficult process. The most important thing is care, the plant is a living organism, and in order to get the maximum benefit from it, you should give maximum care.
For better growth and protection from diseases, it is recommended to regularly feed the plant with vitamins – this strengthens it, helps to bring the maximum possible harvest.
With the advent of various cucumber hybrids, initially unpretentious and stable, care has become quite simple – you just need to water and check the condition on time. And, of course, have time to collect the fruits on time! The varieties of cucumbers described in the article will allow you to harvest a large crop for yourself, your family, relatives and friends.