Cucumbers Forsazh F1: variety description, photos, reviews, cultivation

Description of Fast and Furious cucumbers

The plant is indeterminate and has good growth vigor. The variety is characterized by medium branching, the lateral shoots are of a determinant type, that is, they have limited growth force. The foliage of the cucumber is moderate. The leaf blade is angular-heart-shaped, with a slightly wrinkled surface, medium in size, long petiole. Female flowering type. According to the State Register, the number of female flowers in each Forsage node is 2 or 3; according to other sources, with sufficient care, up to 5 flowers can be formed.

Zelentsy are visually attractive, short, cylindrical in shape, evenly colored dark green, with medium-sized light stripes. The skin is not rough, elastic. The surface of the fruit is covered with large tubercles, the pubescence is white. The pulp has a pleasant consistency, tender, juicy, crispy. The taste is noted by the State Register as good. The seeds are at the stage of milky ripeness, so they are absolutely not felt during consumption. The sizing of cucumbers is excellent, they are almost one-dimensional, 10 - 12 cm long, 3.5 - 4.0 cm in diameter. Weight 110 - 130 grams.

What does a hybrid look like?

The Fast and Furious F1 cucumber was introduced to the world by Russian breeders at the beginning of this century. Compared to other varieties, the variety stands out for its productivity in any climate and on different soils.

The central stem grows without stopping. Under suitable conditions, the whip reaches 2 m in length. The number of side shoots is average. Unlike the central one, they stop growing on their own. Large leaves are held in place by long petioles. Flower type is female. In one node, the cucumber forms from 4 to 6 ovaries. The fruits are cylindrical, dark green in color, with pimples evenly distributed over the surface. The spikes are light (seen in the photo).

In the kitchen, cucumber is used mainly fresh. Small specimens up to 10 cm long are suitable for pickling.

Description of the plant

Several cucumbers can form in one ovary. The leaves are predominantly dark green. But, in some areas of the leaf, a light light green color is observed. The height of the bush can reach 2 m. This variety is characterized by an open type of flowering, predominantly female.

Description of the fruit

Forsazh f1 cucumbers are cylindrical in shape. Small pimples are formed on their surface, which are distributed evenly over the entire surface. Their color characteristic is predominantly white. The length of one fruit can reach 14 cm. But their weight reaches 150 g.

This variety of cucumbers is noted for its high yields. If they were planted in open ground, then the yield per 1 m2 is 12-15 kg. If they were planted in a greenhouse, then the harvest is about 17 kg.

It is a universal variety that is used in all activities of human life. It can be eaten raw or prepared in salads. It is also perfect for canning and salting. But the gherkins turn out crispy.

Photos of fruits

The following are photos of the Fast and Furious F1 cucumber:

Growing seedlings

Sowing of seedlings is carried out in the middle or end of spring.

The seedling method of growing cucumber hybrids allows you to achieve maximum yield.

If agricultural work is carried out directly in the greenhouse, then the date can be moved to the last ten days of May, the first - June. Before this time, the earth should warm up to almost + 15 °C, but planting conditions must be adjusted to the weather conditions.

At the time of transplanting the shoots into the ground, the seedlings must have at least 4 good leaves.

When planting, it is necessary to maintain 35–40 cm between bushes, 70 cm for row spacing.

Characteristics of the cucumber variety Forsazh

• Hybrid Forsage is an early ripening crop. After the emergence of full shoots, it will take only 38 - 42 days for the first crispy cucumbers to ripen;
• The fruiting period is long - from July to September;
• Fruiting is stable, marketable yield is excellent. The State Register provides data on 12.5 kg of cucumbers per 1 square meter, collected in film greenhouses;
• As befits hybrids, our hero has a strong immune system. Resistance to true and downy mildew, olive spot and cucumber mosaic virus is noted;
• Since the plant is intended for cultivation in protected soil, it is not afraid of any changes in weather conditions. But even in open ground, Forsazh proved to be quite resilient;
• Another important advantage for the successful cultivation of the variety in closed ground is the fantastic shade tolerance of the plant;
• despite the fact that cucumbers need to be picked on time, the greenery that lingers on the bush will not outgrow;
• parthenocarpicity is an ideal option for growing in a greenhouse and under film covers. This feature makes the hybrid completely independent of pollinating insects;

• transportability indicators are beyond praise. The presentation of the crop does not suffer during the longest transportation. Keeping quality, subject to storage standards, is also high;
• The way to eat greens is universal. Vitamin salads with the participation of Forsazh only benefit in taste and nutritional value, and housewives have already managed to appreciate the high quality of canned products from this variety.

Pros and cons of the variety

Like other varieties of cucumbers, Forsazh f1 has a list of positive characteristics. However, growing experience has shown that the variety also has disadvantages. Let's look at the description of the pros and cons of Forsage cucumbers.

pros

1. High level of productivity;
2. Susceptibility to any climatic conditions;
3. Long-term fruiting variety;
4. Early ripeness of fruits;
5. Excellent presentation and high shelf life of fruits;
6. Resistance to most crop diseases;
7. Excellent taste characteristics of cucumbers;
8. Versatility in cooking.

Minuses

The main disadvantages of growing the cucumber variety Forsazh f1 are the lack of seed for subsequent crops, as well as the need for systematic watering of the plant.

Features of planting Forsazh cucumbers

According to the description of the variety, Forsazh cucumbers grow well in both open and closed soil. The plant can be planted in any region of the Russian Federation.

Landing dates

It is recommended to plant Forsage cucumbers in the first half of March if the variety will be grown in greenhouse conditions. If the variety is grown in open soil, the seed is planted in early May, when the ground has warmed up to 17 degrees Celsius.

Site preparation

To grow Forsage cucumbers, you must choose a well-lit area that is protected from drafts. Particular attention should be paid to the soil of the site: sandy or loamy soils are chosen for the variety. To make the plant develop faster, sand is added to the soil.

The preparation of the land begins in the fall, when the beds are cleared of the predecessors of the variety. In autumn, the soil is carefully dug up, weeds are removed and it is fed with manure, wood ash and fertilizers with phosphorus and potassium.

Sowing preparation and technology

Cucumbers can be planted either by direct sowing of seeds in the ground or by seedlings. Cultivation in greenhouses and open ground is allowed. Seeds are sown both dry and germinated. The choice of methods depends on the personal preferences of the farmer.

Cucumbers are quite light-loving, so regardless of the choice of sowing method, for cultivation you will need a well-lit area, drained fertile soil and regular watering.

Optimal conditions for the growth of the Tumi variety:

• air temperature - +21°...+23°;
• humidity - 60%;
• illumination - an area with bright sun;
• watering - once every 5 days;
• loosening - a day after watering;
• fertilizing is mandatory during the growth, flowering and fruiting phases.

Cucumber is heat-loving. Therefore, depending on the climatic characteristics of the region, the timing of planting seeds will differ. In temperate climate zones, cucumbers are planted in ridges in May - from the beginning to the middle of the month.

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In areas with colder climates - from the end of May until the 10th of June. It is not worth planting cucumber seeds at a later date - the crop does not tolerate heat well. And this can affect the formation of fruits.

In the open ground

Start sowing by preparing seeds, soil and containers for seedlings if you want to speed up the time of obtaining the first greenery.

Seed preparation includes:

• Grain calibration. This is soaking the seeds in a warm solution of table salt. The floating seeds are thrown away as they will not sprout. The rest are washed from salt.
• Disinfection in a pale pink solution of potassium permanganate for 30 minutes. In this case, the death of pathogenic bacteria occurs.
• Treatment with “Fitosporin” to strengthen plant immunity. The drug is used according to the instructions.
• Germination within 3–4 days. Place wet gauze in the tray, place the seeds on it and cover them with another layer of gauze. Moisture should not dry out.

If stable warm weather with night temperatures not lower than +15° C has established, the seeds are sown in the ground. If the soil in which the sowing will be carried out is poor in composition, then after digging up the area and removing the weeds, fertilizers are applied. These can be substances of both organic and inorganic origin. The application rate for manure is 5 kg/m².

If possible, ridges are formed from north to south. This provides better lighting to each plant. An excellent option for borage are “warm” ridges 25 cm high. They consist of several layers. One of them is rotted manure with the addition of ash. It creates a kind of thermal cushion. Plants on such a cushion grow faster and bear fruit more actively.

Seed sowing technique:

• Holes are dug in the prepared ridge. The interval between them is 50–60 cm. The seed planting depth should be 1–2 cm.
• Before sowing, add warm water to the hole, and then place 3 seeds in each hole.
• Sprinkle the top of the hole with a 3-centimeter layer of soil.

To smooth out the difference between day and night temperatures, a film cover is made for the cucumbers. The temperature there will be higher, especially at night.

The greenhouse effect enhances the germination and development of cucumber plants. The emerged seedlings are also covered with a film layer. If they are not covered, the leaves quickly become coarser and lose moisture.

In the greenhouse

Growing greenhouse cucumbers is not difficult. Since autumn, the greenhouse has been disinfected and equipment washed. The soil is loosened in the same way as in the beds. And then they apply fertilizer and plant the seeds. Planting is carried out using the trench method. The ditches are made 30 cm deep and filled halfway with manure, and covered with soil on top. Additionally, you can take care of the trellis to which the cucumbers will be tied when the length of the vines exceeds 0.5 m.

Did you know? The ancient Romans were the first to pickle cucumbers. They are the ones

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authors of the first marinade recipes.

Caring for Forsage cucumbers

Despite the fact that Forsazh cucumbers are unpretentious in care, the amount of harvest depends on compliance with the rules of watering, tying and shaping bushes, stable feeding and hilling. Let's consider a description of all care processes.

Watering

The variety has a developed root system, which ensures good absorption, which is especially important for saline soils.

The ideal solution for watering cucumbers would be a drip system with water taken from a container.

However, the hybrid requires abundant watering with warm water. It wouldn't hurt to use a drip system. During the growing season, it is recommended to carry out at least 4 fertilizations with fertilizer material. It is advisable to strengthen the developed immunity of the plant with preventive measures against diseases and garden pests.

Top dressing

Good yield of cucumbers is guaranteed by organic and mineral fertilizing, both root and foliar.

The former help accelerate the growth of the root, the latter nourish the stem.

Watering the plant is carried out in the evening, when the sun's rays are less hot, which prevents rapid evaporation of moisture. This will allow the soil to remain moist for a long time. Systematic loosening of the root zone will accelerate the growth and ripening of fruits, due to free access to oxygen and water.

Loosening the soil must be done after each watering or rain.

The variety loves moisture, but it should not be flooded.

Garter

Scheme for tying cucumbers to a wire trellis.

The plant is a climbing plant, so it should be tied to a trellis, which it is advisable to prepare in advance. When forming a stem at the lower three nodes, you need to remove shoots with ovary ovaries. On the fourth leaf, only the side shoots are removed.

Hilling

Many vegetable growers note that cucumbers are a crop that does not require hilling. This is due to the fact that the roots of the plant spread along the surface of the earth's crust. Therefore, as a result of hilling, it is possible to damage the root system of the plant and destroy it.

However, gardeners insist on loosening the soil with a pitchfork. This method will allow the necessary amount of oxygen to pass to the roots of the cucumbers and get rid of weeds.

Prevention

The breeders who developed this variety made sure that it was resistant to the most common diseases. No mosaic varieties affect the Fast and the Furious cucumber. It tolerates all changes in temperature very well, so it feels great in different climatic conditions. It is also not susceptible to insects and soil pests. But proper prevention will only enhance the safety of this plant.

1. You should pay attention to the type of soil. If it contains a large amount of acid, then all fertilizers and chemical immune stimulants should contain a large amount of lime or phosphorus. They neutralize negative factors and only increase the cucumber’s resistance to environmental factors.
2. Spraying with chemicals should be carried out several days before heavy watering. This will allow all the poisons to penetrate deeper into the stem structure.

Harvesting and storage

The harvest begins in August. Since Forsazh is characterized by long-term fruiting, it is recommended to harvest every day so that the fruits do not interfere with the formation of new cucumbers. If you do not harvest daily, new cucumbers will slow down in development and take on irregular, ugly shapes.

Cucumbers must be stored in a cool room, the temperature of which does not exceed 4 degrees Celsius. As a rule, a basement or cellar is used for storage.

It is recommended to place cucumbers in wooden boxes so that the required amount of oxygen reaches the fruits. If one of the cucumbers begins to rot, it is necessary to review the entire box and eliminate not only the rotting fruit, but also its neighbors.

Advantages and disadvantages

Fruits can be consumed in any form

If you turn to the description of this type for help, you can highlight the following positive qualities of Fast and the Furious:

• high taste qualities of the fruit;
• versatility of use;
• resistance to various viruses and fungal infections;
• early ripeness;
• high yield characteristics.

The disadvantages include the fact that the soil is demanding and proper fertilizing.

Pests and diseases

The early ripeness of the variety does not allow the use of potent agrochemicals. Such mixtures can lead to fruit toxicity. Most prophylactic solutions can be prepared at home using organic and mineral products:

1. Powdery mildew is a common disease in cucumbers. The cause is hypothermia of the root system. The disease also occurs due to a greater amount of nitrogen in the soil. As a preventive measure, you should use a milk-based solution with the addition of iodine and soap.
2. Increased humidity in the area leads to the appearance of peronosporosis. Fermented milk products will help prevent disease. They should be applied at the root of the bushes.
3. White and gray rot affect the root system and stem. The cause is excess moisture. In the fight against the disease, a urea solution should be used. 10 g of product is diluted per 10 liters of liquid.

Diseases are less of a threat to hybrid varieties. Pests cause a lot of damage to bushes. Some of them attack the stems and root system. Others destroy the fruits.

The most common harmful insects are aphids and slugs. Pest prevention should be carried out in the fall, when preparing the soil for winter. Before frost, the soil should be dug up and left to freeze. This is to destroy pest larvae and weed seeds.

It is also recommended to plant onions and garlic between the rows. The smell of these plants repels many insects. Some farmers plant dill for the same purpose. Immediately before planting, the seeds should be calcined. This will strengthen the bushes' immunity.

Whitefly

Whitefly is a small pest of cucumbers that looks like a moth. The body of the insect has a yellowish color with whitish wings. Whiteflies usually appear in greenhouses. A pest invasion is determined by the following symptoms:

• The formation of a white coating on the surface of cucumber leaves;
• On the back of the leaves, yellow-white scales form - insect larvae;
• Cucumber leaves turn yellow and then turn black.

To get rid of whiteflies, vegetable growers use the chemicals Aktara, Verticillin and Fufanon.

Aphid

Aphids are a dangerous pest of cucumbers that are located on the underside of cucumber foliage. When aphids appear, the leaves of the plant curl, the stems become deformed, growth slows down, the ovaries fall off and the lower leaves wilt. To get rid of aphids, use the drug "Intavir".

Thrips

Thrips are insects that can cause damage to all vegetables. Thrips have wings, thanks to which they move freely from one bush to another. At the time of thrips invasion, a light stripe or holes are observed on the leaves.

Since it is extremely difficult to get rid of the insect, experts suggest immediately using the chemical preparations Fitoverm, Confidor, Intavir and Sprinter 240.

Characteristics of the plant and fruit

Forsazh is an early ripening hybrid with a female type of flowering. The conditions of both open ground and greenhouses are well suited for it. The variety can self-pollinate, and its strong immunity makes it less vulnerable even to diseases such as powdery mildew and cucumber mosaic virus.

Characteristics of cucumber Forsazh

The first harvest can be harvested already 36-40 days after emergence. As it grows, medium branching is noted, and the ovary itself can form several cucumbers at once. The plant has predominantly dark green leaves, although in some places it varies to light green. Yield indicators are at the highest level. In a greenhouse, the total harvest reaches 17 kg of fruit, and in open ground it is 12–15 kg per 1 m2.

The shape of cucumbers is cylindrical, with white pimples evenly distributed on the surface. The length of the cucumber is 10–12 cm, diameter . 3–4 cm, weight – up to 150 g.

Features of agricultural technology

The hybrid is recommended for growing in greenhouses, especially in temperate climates. In the south, such hybrid forms are planted directly in open ground. Maintenance is standard, subject to a watering and fertilizing schedule.

Growing seedlings

The choice of sowing time depends on a number of factors:

• climatic conditions of the area;
• current season weather;
• place for growing cucumbers (in shelters, on ridges);

In the middle zone, seedlings are sown in April, so that seedlings can be planted in greenhouses in May. If you plan to grow the crop in open ground, sowing is shifted to a later time (about 14-16 days).

In the south, cucumbers are sown directly into the ground, but in most regions of Russia, seedlings are first grown (23-25 ​​days old). This allows you to speed up the yield of the crop, as well as extend the period of fruiting of plants until the end of the heat. Prepare pots or peat tablets and plastic cups in advance.

The crop does not respond well to transplantation, so it is recommended to immediately sow hybrid seeds in separate containers. Hybrid seeds are sold encrusted or panned (multi-colored), so additional procedures for soaking, disinfection and germination are not carried out. When sowing, the air temperature should be about +25ºC.

Note! Sowing of pelleted seeds is carried out in moist soil. This is necessary for the dissolution of the outer shell and rapid germination of the seed.

After the sprouts appear (after 3-4 days), the film is removed and the temperature is reduced for 4-5 days to +18ºC. In the future, maintain the indicators +20ºC…+22ºC, regularly water and loosen the soil. Ideal, Fertika, and Kemira compositions are used as fertilizers for cucumber seedlings.

With the onset of warm days, when the soil warms up to +14ºC, cucumber seedlings are planted in a permanent place. They are in no hurry to plant on the ridges, planning it in the middle zone no earlier than the beginning of June. Planting in shelters and greenhouses - in May, with mandatory protection with non-woven material. 2-3 bushes are planted per 1 m², having previously installed supports for the trellises. When planting on ridges in the spread, maintain a distance between holes of at least 40-50 cm.

Growing Courage F1 cucumbers in open ground

Cucumbers love sunny places, well protected from drafts. They prefer loose soils rich in nutrients and microelements. It is not always possible to find such a site. Good yields can also be obtained in areas with light sandy loam or loamy soils by adding a large amount of organic matter. It should be remembered that you cannot fertilize the soil with fresh manure in the spring, as there is a high risk of damage to the roots. Therefore, the site is being prepared in the fall.

Planting begins when the soil warms up to +10˚+12˚С to a depth of 10 cm. Cucumber seeds of the Kurazh F1 variety are sown according to the 30*50 cm pattern, if sowing is carried out with dry seeds. After germination, excess shoots are removed, leaving about 50 cm between plants.

Attention!

According to reviews from vegetable growers, Kurazh cucumber seeds have good similarity. However, many people prefer to pre-germinate the seed

To do this, just place it on a cotton pad moistened with water or in damp sawdust for 1-2 days. You can add a few drops of growth stimulator. Germinated seeds are immediately planted according to a 50*50 cm pattern.

In unstable weather, cucumbers require temporary film cover.

Water the cucumbers early in the morning, strictly at the root. The frequency of watering depends on weather conditions. As a rule, one abundant watering every 3-4 days is sufficient. However, during the fruiting period, which falls in dry and hot weather, cucumbers are watered after one or two days.

Cucumbers can be grown in open, covered beds. But for active and long-term fruiting they need a lot of sunlight. It is better to give preference to the vertical growing method.

For this purpose, trellises stretched over plants or special stands are used. When growing in open beds, the requirements for the formation of bushes are not as strict as when growing in greenhouses. However, it is necessary to remove the first two pairs of internodes along with the ovaries and constantly monitor the formation of side shoots. Pinch them as needed.

Cucumbers of the Courage F1 variety require four feedings. Two of them should be organic, using mullein infusion or bird droppings. Before fruiting begins, plants respond well to watering with an infusion of rotted herbs, especially nettle. An infusion of wood ash, a solution of potassium nitrate or superphosphate will help prolong fruiting. It is not recommended to apply nitrogen fertilizers to cucumbers at this time.