Why remove mustaches from cucumbers: how to pinch cucumbers correctly

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There is no clear answer to the question of whether it is necessary to cut off the tendrils of cucumbers in a greenhouse. There are constant debates about this among gardeners. This topic originated many generations ago, and it is associated with the search for solutions to increase productivity. To understand for yourself whether to carry out such a procedure, you should study some information.

Reasons for trimming your mustache

In cucumbers, shoots and leaves that have taken this form are usually called mustaches. They are formed from the axils of the leaves to support the stem, which is not able to independently maintain itself in an upright position. The main advantage of this type of fastening is shock absorption - the stem stretches and then returns to its previous position. Thanks to this feature, the plant can receive more of the sunlight it needs.

Trimming the mustache of cucumbers is practiced when growing them in a greenhouse. In such conditions, there is no need for additional support, so they can be removed. Yes, and it will be easier to harvest this way.

Important! The flexible shoots sometimes curl the leaves, making them an ideal breeding ground for bacteria.

When a plant doesn't need whiskers

Agricultural crops in continental climates are often grown not in open ground, but in greenhouses, on balconies, and in greenhouses. The approach to plucking the mustache depends on the planting location.

Polycarbonate greenhouses. The coating allows the sun's rays to pass through, but protects against temperature changes, creating comfortable conditions during unexpected frosts. It is customary to plant vegetables in rows so that air flows evenly during ventilation (this reduces the likelihood of fungal diseases). Therefore, the whips are tied on trellises. If you leave the tendrils, they will cling to neighboring shoots, which is why the leaves will begin to curl and the lashes will intertwine. In a greenhouse, every centimeter of soil is valued—the gaps between seedlings are small. A solid cucumber “wall” will make it difficult to care for, so it is advisable to trim the tendrils.
In a greenhouse with removable frames. When planting seedlings and rooting them, the vines also have to be tied up - spontaneous fastening should not be allowed. Therefore, plucking is necessary. In the future, when good weather sets in, the need to remove excess shoots will disappear. The most productive varieties and hybrids of super bunch cucumbers Super bunch cucumbers are the result of the work of breeders who combined long-awaited qualities that were not found in...
On open ground. Large plantings are usually placed around a stationary support (or mesh) on both sides and the vines climb along them themselves. This allows you to save time spent on gardening work. It is enough to set the whip in the desired direction so that it secures itself. If care is difficult due to the intertwining of vines, the tendrils are partially removed.
On the windowsill or balcony. In this case, the lashes are placed in one layer, each tied to a strong support. You have to make sure that the shoots do not deviate, otherwise caring for and harvesting will be problematic. If there is no time, the antennae are cut off. But there is another method, which is used much more often. Unfold the shoot so that it is secured on a rope stretched from top to bottom on its own. This helps protect the plant from stress and increase yield.

Attention!

Despite the presence of tendrils, cucumbers must be tied up. Natural “devices” for fastening dry out after 1-1.5 months, and the plant, along with the formed fruits, will end up on the ground. A damp environment is ideal for rot to begin.

If there are a lot of tendrils, they should also be removed, at least partially, when the fruit is formed. Too thick growth shades, does not allow it to form normally, dehydrates it, and does not allow it to reach the desired size. In addition, choosing ripe cucumbers is difficult.

Arguments for removing the mustache of a cucumber

There are several main arguments in favor of carrying out such treatment of plantings. All of them relate to those cases when cucumbers grow in a greenhouse and they do not need to compete for lighting:

if you need an early harvest, then the tendrils of cucumbers will only slow down the process of fruit ripening, taking away nutrients from them;
when cucumber bushes are planted close to each other, the tendrils often cling to neighboring stems, becoming tangled and creating unwanted shading;
if dense thickets appear, they interfere with the proper care of the plants;
in greenhouse conditions, plants are fixed with twine, so they do not need tendrils.

The listed reasons are based on the characteristics of this culture. But to some gardeners they seem insufficiently justified.

When a plant doesn't need whiskers

Polycarbonate greenhouses. The coating allows the sun's rays to pass through, but protects against temperature changes, creating comfortable conditions during unexpected frosts. It is customary to plant vegetables in rows so that air flows evenly during ventilation (this reduces the likelihood of fungal diseases). Therefore, the whips are tied on trellises. If you leave the tendrils, they will cling to neighboring shoots, which is why the leaves will begin to curl and the lashes will intertwine. In a greenhouse, every centimeter of soil is valued—the gaps between seedlings are small. A solid cucumber “wall” will make it difficult to care for, so it is advisable to trim the tendrils.
In a greenhouse with removable frames. When planting seedlings and rooting them, the vines also have to be tied up - spontaneous fastening should not be allowed. Therefore, plucking is necessary. In the future, when good weather sets in, the need to remove excess shoots will disappear. The most productive varieties and hybrids of super bunch cucumbers Super bunch cucumbers are the result of the work of breeders who combined long-awaited qualities that were not found in...
On open ground. Large plantings are usually placed around a stationary support (or mesh) on both sides and the vines climb along them themselves. This allows you to save time spent on gardening work. It is enough to set the whip in the desired direction so that it secures itself. If care is difficult due to the intertwining of vines, the tendrils are partially removed.
On the windowsill or balcony. In this case, the lashes are placed in one layer, each tied to a strong support. You have to make sure that the shoots do not deviate, otherwise caring for and harvesting will be problematic. If there is no time, the antennae are cut off. But there is another method, which is used much more often. Unfold the shoot so that it is secured on a rope stretched from top to bottom on its own. This helps protect the plant from stress and increase yield.

Attention!

Arguments against cucumber mustache removal

Not all experts are sure that it is necessary to cut off the tendrils on cucumbers. It is worth listening to their arguments in order to form your own opinion on this matter:

there is no reliable evidence for the fact that such shoots take away the strength of the plant;
the antennae die off on their own if they do not find obstacles in their path;
pruning requires a lot of time and effort;
the procedure must be performed very carefully, otherwise it may damage the plant;
shoots appear again with great speed.

The benefits of this technique are questioned by many summer residents. After all, it is possible to achieve high yields without such a technique.

How to trim whiskers correctly in a greenhouse?

Recommendations for removing mustaches

If you decide to cut your mustache, it is strongly recommended that you take our recommendations into account.

It must be said that, first of all, it makes sense to carry out this procedure if cucumbers are grown in a greenhouse on trellises.

Anyone who has ever encountered this process knows very well that if you have an impressive number of mustaches, it is quite difficult to care for plants and then harvest them.

Moreover, it is also problematic to move around the greenhouse, because, as a rule, the whiskers from one row cling to another.

They also need to be removed because the tendrils are temporary; after a month they dry out, and the plant may fall, break and die as a result. The tendrils should not be pulled off with your fingers, because the stem can be damaged, causing it to rot. You should take scissors and very carefully, leaving a stump of one centimeter, cut off the tendril. By cutting the mustache, the plant will develop much faster and better

By trimming the mustache, the plant will develop much faster and better.

How to properly rid a cucumber of mustaches

To trim the mustache of cucumbers, you need to know how to do it correctly. It is not recommended to tear off or pinch them off with your hands, because... this method often causes injury to the bush. It is much more convenient to use sharp garden shears or pruning shears.

In the greenhouse and on the balcony

Many people plant cucumbers in a greenhouse, and some even manage to grow them at home in window boxes. In a polycarbonate greenhouse or on a balcony, it is better to remove the whiskers. It will be enough to leave only a few shoots so that the bush can hold onto support. When the plant is firmly fixed on the trellis, all other shoots can be cut off.

A dull tool will leave creases at the cut points, so the scissors must be sharp enough. After pruning is completed, the beds are watered and fed with mineral fertilizers to strengthen the immune system and speed up recovery from stress.

In the open ground

The question of whether it is necessary to remove shoots from cucumbers growing in open ground remains open at the moment. It is more difficult to secure plantings in outdoor garden beds; they are exposed to negative environmental factors. There is a real risk that a fungal infection will develop at the site of damage left during removal.

The disease can affect every wound that appears. Such pruning will then cause more harm than good. Young whisker flagella in seedlings cannot be considered a serious obstacle to its development. But plucking them can have a bad effect on the condition of the entire cucumber bush.

Important!

For normal fruit growth, cucumbers require space.

Conditions for growing cucumbers

There are many varieties of cucumbers that can be grown not only in garden beds, but also in polycarbonate greenhouses and even on a balcony or windowsill in an apartment. Therefore, you need to understand whether the vines of this vegetable plant need additional means of fastening or whether they can be easily dispensed with when grown in certain conditions.

In a polycarbonate greenhouse

A polycarbonate greenhouse is very convenient for growing any types of vegetables, including cucumbers. The polycarbonate coating allows sunlight to pass through, but does not allow cold air to pass through, so plants feel comfortable even during unexpected cold snaps. To let fresh air into the greenhouse, the design of such a greenhouse includes vents. The light that passes through the plastic covering is diffused, so the cucumbers will not get sunburn on the foliage.

In a polycarbonate greenhouse

Along each row of cucumbers in the greenhouse, trellises are installed, to which the main and side vines of the cucumbers will be tied. Tendrils in greenhouses will cling not only to trellises, but also to neighboring plants and their foliage. In this case, the foliage will be deformed and curled, which will negatively affect the development of the lash. Therefore, in greenhouse conditions (or in greenhouses), it is necessary to cut off the tendrils so that the cucumbers can grow and develop calmly.

Note! The tendrils are also trimmed so that you can move freely along the rows of cucumber crops, care for the bushes, and also collect ripening greens.

You should not just hope that the cucumber stems will be attached to the supports with the help of tendrils - the fact is that after a month and a half, the tendrils will begin to dry out and fall off, as a result, the lashes that are not tied with ribbons will simply fall onto the beds. Therefore, tying cucumbers to supports in greenhouses is a necessary procedure.

Do not forget about other requirements for caring for these vegetables: creating certain temperature conditions, controlling humidity in the greenhouse, watering regime, fertilizing, as well as loosening the beds to remove weeds.

At home (on the balcony or windowsill)

When growing varieties of cucumbers on a balcony or windowsill at home, the question also arises: is it necessary to cut off the mustaches of cucumbers? And the answer here is clear - of course, yes. The fact is that the area of a window sill or balcony is small compared to garden beds, so varieties that form into one shoot are grown in such conditions. And the containers with cucumbers in this case are located closer to each other than in the beds. If the tendrils grow, they will intertwine and intertwine with adjacent stems. As a result, the cucumber vines will grow poorly, and caring for them will be very inconvenient.

At home (on the balcony or windowsill)

Therefore, when forming lashes and in the future, you will have to regularly trim your mustache to prevent it from growing. At home, trellises are not installed, and each cucumber vine is usually tied to a wire or thick rope that comes down from the ceiling. In this case, part of the antennae does not need to be cut off, but rather carefully directed towards the rope.

Caring for cucumbers growing on a balcony or windowsill is standard: regular watering, careful loosening of the top layer of soil in containers, fertilizing (more frequent than when caring for these vegetables in beds or greenhouses).

In the open ground

In open ground, the question of whether to pick off the tendrils on cucumbers or not is no longer as pressing as in a closed space. It is enough to stretch a mesh with small or medium cells along each cucumber bed, and the tendrils of the cucumbers will cling to it. But you should still regularly inspect the cucumber vines, and if the vines stretch towards neighboring shoots, they should be removed.

Important! It should be remembered that this natural fastening is not very strong and short-lived, so the lashes themselves must be tied to the mesh cells. The tops of the shoots are wrapped around the mesh tier and pinched.

Further care for growing canes consists of following the watering regime, applying fertilizing (at least 3-4 times per season), removing weeds, and loosening row spacing. You should also periodically inspect the vines and foliage for diseases or pests.

In the open ground

Experts give many arguments in favor of removing the mustache or at least shortening it. It should be remembered that the presence or absence of antennae does not affect the quantity and quality of ripening greens. The number of ovaries and the overall yield are usually increased in other ways, in particular, by root and foliar feeding at different stages of development and growth of vines.

Note! There is an opinion that complete removal of the mustache prolongs the life of cucumber bushes, but this opinion is absolutely erroneous and has no scientific basis.

It is true that by the appearance of tendrils on the stems one can judge whether these plants are still capable of forming new ovaries. The growth of the antennae indicates that the whip is still growing and is capable of forming new fruits.

It is noted that trimming the whiskers stimulates further growth of the shoot.

Another argument in favor of removing the tendrils is that cucumbers grown in open or closed ground must be tied to supports - trellises, stretched mesh or stretched ropes, so there is simply no need for tendrils.

At the same time, there is no scientifically proven evidence that the tendrils take away too many nutrients that plants need for the formation and ripening of fruits. Moreover, if the tendrils of cucumbers during the process of growth do not encounter an obstacle on which they can cling, they simply die.

Cucumber tendrils

To prevent the tendrils from intertwining with neighboring plants, you can simply plant cucumbers less frequently. But this is not always suitable for those varieties that are grown, for example, on a windowsill; in such conditions, you want to plant more cucumbers in order to get a decent harvest, but the window sill area is small. Here you cannot do without trimming the antennae.

The flagella must be trimmed carefully so as not to damage the main shoot. This procedure takes a lot of time, especially if there are more than one or two beds of cucumbers. As a rule, new antennae appear again after some time, so the procedure has to be carried out repeatedly.

Precautionary measures

Removing any part of the plant can cause infection of its tissues with infectious or fungal diseases. If the tendrils of cucumbers are cut off, the risk of problems of this kind increases significantly. It happens that harvesting in a greenhouse becomes increasingly difficult due to overgrown shoots clinging to everything around. Then there is a need to cut off at least some shoots.

You need to cut off excess tendrils at the very base. Experts advise treating all wounds with ash or a weak solution of manganese. It is convenient to apply the substance with a cotton swab. It is better to choose morning or evening time for the operation. During the day, especially in the heat, the bushes will be too vulnerable.

If you analyze the reviews and recommendations, it becomes clear that you only need to cut off the mustaches of cucumbers in a greenhouse if they really get in the way. It makes no sense to do this to increase productivity; it is better to use other, more effective methods that have proven themselves.

Necessary conditions for pruning

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The tendrils should be trimmed in dry weather, preferably in the evening. You can do this kind of pruning during the day if it is cloudy outside (but not rainy).

Important! Pruning should be done with sharp scissors so that the cut area is even and the tool does not injure the stem.

The tendril should not be cut completely, but should be retreated approximately 1-1.5 cm from the shoot. Before and after the procedure, the instrument should be washed and disinfected in a weak solution of potassium permanganate or in a solution of copper sulfate. Hands should also be washed thoroughly before and after pruning.

Trimming the tendrils of cucumbers

It is advisable to sprinkle the cut area with sifted wood ash (or coal powder), but first treat it with a solution of potassium permanganate.

Removing a mustache is a rather labor-intensive undertaking that requires a lot of time. In general, the presence of tendrils does not affect the growth of cucumbers or the amount of harvest, but is only necessary for the convenience of caring for the vines and for easier harvesting of greens, so each gardener decides for himself whether it is necessary to remove the tendrils from cucumbers.

Many summer residents solve this problem in their own way: they grow varieties that do not form a large number of lateral lashes and practically do not form tendrils.

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How to trim mustaches in the garden?

Cucumbers in open ground

In order not to tear off the mustache, some gardeners install special trellises so that the cucumbers climb up along them and grow vertically.

This may be effective, but in this case we should not forget that the tendrils live for about a month, become weak, and tear off, as a result of which the entire plant falls to the ground, the stem breaks and the harvest may not be harvested at all.

Therefore, it is better to provide support - a trellis, for example. By the way, in a greenhouse the presence of a trellis is a prerequisite. But until recently, cucumbers were grown in open ground without such wire. Today, as practice shows, a reverse trend has emerged. This is due to the fact that it is on it that the plant can be held by its thick stem.

This is due to the fact that all the mustaches are quite tenacious: taking a lot of water and nutrients from cucumbers, they delay the development of the fetus.

Recommendations for processing cucumber lashes

Under no circumstances should you break off “unnecessary” parts of the plant. It is necessary to prepare for the circumcision process. Put clean gloves on your hands - “protective devices”, like tools, garden shears, it is advisable to treat them with a weak solution of manganese. You cannot pluck shoots with your fingers - the risk of rotting increases.

Why is it important to trim cucumber leavesPruning is the process of removing side growing shoots from the main vine of the plant. As soon as the cucumber loops begin...

To properly trim the mustache, step back 1.5 cm from the stem and carefully make an oblique cut, leaving a stump. Using a cotton swab, it is treated with wood ash, a solution of copper sulfate or a fresh, weak solution of potassium permanganate (the remainder after sterilization of the instruments cannot be used, it is already contaminated).

In order not to think about whether or not to trim the shoots, or to waste time processing the vines, varieties with a minimum number of whiskers are grown. These include hybrid varieties (bouquet), the fruits of which are practically never bitter. In addition, they are unpretentious and undemanding in care compared to conventional varieties. The most popular among them: Blizzard, Detinets, King of the Garden, Master.

When a plant doesn't need whiskers

Polycarbonate greenhouses. The coating allows the sun's rays to pass through, but protects against temperature changes, creating comfortable conditions during unexpected frosts. It is customary to plant vegetables in rows so that air flows evenly during ventilation (this reduces the likelihood of fungal diseases). Therefore, the whips are tied on trellises. If you leave the tendrils, they will cling to neighboring shoots, which is why the leaves will begin to curl and the lashes will intertwine. In a greenhouse, every centimeter of soil is valued—the gaps between seedlings are small. A solid cucumber “wall” will make it difficult to care for, so it is advisable to trim the tendrils.
In a greenhouse with removable frames.
When planting seedlings and rooting them, the vines also have to be tied up - spontaneous fastening should not be allowed. Therefore, plucking is necessary. In the future, when good weather sets in, the need to remove excess shoots will disappear. The most productive varieties and hybrids of super bunch cucumbers Super bunch cucumbers are the result of the work of breeders who combined long-awaited qualities that were not found in...
On open ground. Large plantings are usually placed around a stationary support (or mesh) on both sides and the vines climb along them themselves. This allows you to save time spent on gardening work. It is enough to set the whip in the desired direction so that it secures itself. If care is difficult due to the intertwining of vines, the tendrils are partially removed.
On the windowsill or balcony. In this case, the lashes are placed in one layer, each tied to a strong support. You have to make sure that the shoots do not deviate, otherwise caring for and harvesting will be problematic. If there is no time, the antennae are cut off. But there is another method, which is used much more often. Unfold the shoot so that it is secured on a rope stretched from top to bottom on its own. This helps protect the plant from stress and increase yield.

Attention! Despite the presence of tendrils, cucumbers must be tied up. Natural “devices” for fastening dry out after 1-1.5 months, and the plant, along with the formed fruits, will end up on the ground

A damp environment is ideal for rot to begin.

Should I remove the tendrils on cucumbers?

Recently, on a dacha forum, I came across a discussion thread where, as usually happens, two sides were arguing. Some were in favor of removing the tendrils from cucumbers, while others were categorically against or neutral. The latter also believed that this was a waste of time.

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For example, we avoid cutting off our mustaches whenever possible, and here’s why:

Another thing is that there are situations when it is difficult to do without removing the mustache

When cutting your mustache, be sure to follow these guidelines:

Do you cut off the mustaches of your cucumbers, and in what cases? Share in the comments.

What does it mean to pinch a cucumber?

Dear friends, let's talk about pinching, that is, pruning, I will describe what it means.

The planted seed germinates and forms a shoot.
The sprout reaches out to the sun.
If you do not slow down the formation of green mass in time, the root will not have time to grow stronger.
Without pruning, I will get a weak, elongated bush and weak roots.
After germination and the formation of 4-5 leaves (I don’t count cotyledons), I will remove the shoot on the main branch - all the nutrients will go to the root.
The first pinching was successful.

See the table below for how I carry out shaping and trimming in the future.

Aftercare for cucumbers

Every stage in growing is important. Immediately after pruning, additional nutrition should be provided to plants that may be weakened. To properly create a “diet” you need to monitor the condition and reaction of the bushes to the application of fertilizers.

Cucumbers must receive sufficient amounts of nitrogen, as well as potassium and phosphorus

It is important to ensure normal watering. When barren flowers appear, it is reduced

In case of cucumber disease, you need to take care of special fertilizers depending on the nature of the disease. Only in this case will the remaining parts of the plant receive a sufficient amount of microelements.

Important! You should take warm and clean water without impurities.

How to properly trim the mustache of cucumbers and why you need to trim the mustache

Why do the mustaches of cucumbers get cut? How to carry out the procedure for removing antennae. Nuances you need to know about.

Cucumbers can hardly be called demanding to care for, but they have some growing features. If you take them into account, the harvest will delight you with abundance and quality.

Cucumbers belong to the pumpkin family, which grows tendrils along the entire length of the stem. However, not all plants of this family can grow in a vertical direction, since they simply do not have enough strength to maintain this position. Therefore, they usually creep along the ground.

Letting go of their antennae, cucumbers cling to everything that gets in their way. There are many reasons forcing gardeners to trim growing tendrils.

Common mistakes gardeners make

Cucumbers have been grown for a long time, but gardeners continue to make mistakes in caring for them:

Ventilation of the greenhouse. This should be done if the temperature has risen to 30 degrees. It is unacceptable to open all windows and doors at once, creating a draft.
Abundance of moisture and uneven watering. Gardeners often water cucumbers generously. Although the culture loves moisture, it is not in such quantity. Moreover, uneven watering first depletes the plant with drought, and then leads to loss of ovaries due to excess moisture. Seedlings should be watered once a week, using 10 liters of water per 1 m2 of soil.
No crop rotation. Some farmers are inclined to think that if this year brought a good harvest of cucumbers, then next year they need to be planted in the same place. It is not right. Crop rotation helps plants obtain nutrients left behind by their predecessors. It should be remembered that crop rotation involves alternating different crops on a piece of land.

Attention: cucumbers, pumpkin, zucchini and squash are identical to each other. You can swap them with root vegetables or berries.

Attentive attention to planting and a genuine interest in knowledge of agricultural technology will help over time to achieve perfection in growing garden crops

Attentive attention to planting and a genuine interest in knowledge of agricultural technology will help over time to achieve perfection in growing garden crops.

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Myths and facts about whether to cut off the mustache of cucumbers

Myth 1. Cutting off the mustache increases the yield of cucumbers . But experience is experience - removing the whiskers does not in any way affect the abundance of the crop; to improve the yield, several other types of bush treatment are used.

Myth 2. Excess tendrils take away nutrients from the plant. But removing any part of the plant is fraught with the risk of dirt, infection, and fungal microorganisms getting into its tissue, and the plant in this case may suffer even more.

Myth 3. Cutting off the mustache prolongs life and the reproductive period. But this myth is also groundless. But by the presence of whiskers, you can predict the “age” of the cucumber vine - if whiskers are formed, it means that the plant is reproductive (that is, capable of bearing fruit). If the whiskers have stopped forming, the growing season of the plant is nearing the end.

The most reasonable solution

The answers to most questions are obvious and lie in traditional agricultural practices.

In fact, in certain situations, cucumber mustaches are always removed without even thinking about it. This process is not at all unusual. They often have to be torn off in the following cases:

when they invade neighboring plants and the growth of the lash goes in the wrong direction;
in the case when the tangle of shoots and tendrils interferes with the care of cucumbers, they have to be removed;
when the flagella of the mustache curl the leaves and stems, creating conditions suitable for the reproduction of pests.

At these moments, the thought does not even arise about whether to eliminate the obstacle or not. But such situations happen infrequently, and if you tore off a dozen whiskers, you are unlikely to have caused serious damage to the cucumber bush.

But completely destroying the mustache seems unwise. No matter how much you remove them, they will appear again. In addition, the whisker flagella are quite strong and have natural shock-absorbing properties. Therefore, they should be cut with garden shears and not torn off. After all, with a sharp pull, the cucumber stem can break.

The strength of the tendrils can support the plant even in a greenhouse. Why not just point them towards the holding twine or trellis. This will help make them full-fledged assistants.

The answer to the question of whether to cut off the mustache flagella of cucumbers is quite simple. If they are in the way, then cut them without any doubt. Soon another tendril will appear in the axil of the new leaf. The plant will find resources for its production. But once you start fighting the mustache, it’s easy to follow an overly labor-intensive and ineffective path to increasing your yield. It is better to use already proven methods

Opinions of gardeners and research by breeders

With the help of their mustache, cucumbers reach out to the sun, reducing competition with surrounding plants. By the presence of thin shoots, you can understand whether the vines will still bear fruit or whether there will be no more ovaries this year. While thin shoots are forming, the growing season continues.

A common belief is that if you remove “unnecessary” shoots, the yield will increase. Breeders have precisely established that shoots require a minimum of nutrients, and the vitamin and mineral reserves are not depleted. But if removed inaccurately, the stem becomes injured and pathogenic fungi and bacteria can penetrate into the broken areas. In addition, any plucking and cutting is stressful for cucumbers. While it is overcome, flowering and fruit formation slows down.

Attention ! In order not to expose the plant to stress, incomplete removal is used.