Claudia cucumber F1: description of a high-yielding hybrid, reviews and photos of those who planted

Cucumber CLAUDIA reviews and photos of the hybrid

Claudia f1 cucumber has been in demand among summer residents for many years - and the main reasons for such popularity are the large number of positive qualities of this variety.

“Claudia” is classified as an early variety; it is also famous for its friendly yield of smooth, tasty cucumbers.

In addition, Claudius cucumbers are resistant to most diseases characteristic of other vegetable plants of the Cucurbitaceae family.

The main positive qualities of the Claudius cucumber hybrid, the nuances of cultivation, diseases and pests and much more will be discussed in this article.

The content of the article:

1. History of the variety 2. Description and characteristics of the Claudia variety 3. Productivity 4. Advantages of the Claudia cucumber variety 5. Diseases and pests 6. Cultivation and care 7. Reviews of those who planted this variety 8. Information from the manufacturer

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History of the variety

Hybrid Claudius f1 was created by breeders from the Dutch company Seminis, which has been developing new varieties of vegetable crops and selling seed material for many decades. Branches of this seed company are located all over the world, and the volume of seed imports increases every year.

In 2008, an improved version of this hybrid called “Claudine f1” was entered into the Russian State Register, the originator of which is the Dutch company Monsanto Holland BV. And “Claudine” was discontinued from production.

But the demand for the much-loved Claudius cucumbers remained high and Russian companies also began to produce seeds with that name. Among them are all the popular ones, “Sedek”, “Lucky Seeds”, etc.

In Russia, the Claudia cucumber variety is recommended for cultivation in open ground and greenhouse conditions in most regions.

Advantages and disadvantages, differences from other varieties

Claudius's cucumber consists entirely of virtues, otherwise the nation's love for him would not be understandable. The main advantages of the hybrid are:

• high productivity;
• excellent taste;
• versatility of use;
• bunch type of fruiting;
• absence of barren flowers;
• excellent presentation;
• possibility of growing both in protected and open ground;
• unpretentiousness to conditions;
• high disease resistance.

When they talk about shortcomings, they remember that Claudia still does not have immunity to such a viral disease as mosaic. In addition, some hobbyists grumble that they cannot collect their seeds from it. But this is the bane of any hybrid vegetables! For those who adhere to their seeds, there are still good old varieties left.

In our time, it is very difficult to compare cucumbers with each other: the number of varieties and hybrids exceeds all conceivable limits. How can you compare the real Claudia? As already mentioned, it is very similar to Claudia Agro, but it tastes better and bears fruit a little earlier. Recently, there has been a fashion for bunched cucumbers, and their number has begun to grow sharply. So, in recent years, the hybrids Little Thumb, Junior Lieutenant, Babies on a Branch, etc. have become incredibly popular. They are somewhat reminiscent of Claudia. However, the first of them has smaller greens and, accordingly, lower yields. The second one comes close in terms of yield and is resistant to mosaic, while Children on a Branch are characterized only by good taste.

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Another thing is super-tufted parthenocarpic cucumbers, such as, for example, Hummingbird or Swallowtail. They contain 5 or more ovaries in one bunch. But the taste of such modern hybrids is often described only as good, although, apparently, this line of work by breeders has good prospects.

Claudia cucumber: description and characteristics of the variety

The Claudius hybrid is classified as an early ripening variety - about 1.5 months pass from the moment the first shoots appear until the harvest of ripening greens. These cucumbers belong to the parthenocarpic type, indeterminate, only female flowers appear on the vines, which do not require pollination by bees, and there are no barren flowers at all.

Photo of cucumber Claudius F1

To obtain higher yields, it is recommended to form Claudius cucumber vines into one stem and tie them to trellises or a special cucumber net. In this case, it is easier to care for the bushes of this vegetable crop and collect ripe greens.

The shoots of the cucumber variety Claudia are long, can reach 1.9-2.0 m in height and above, the formation of lateral shoots is average. The foliage is five-lobed, medium-sized, slightly wrinkled, dark emerald in color.

The ovaries are formed in nodes, collected in bundles of 5-7 pieces each. Fruiting is long-lasting, ripening cucumbers are of the gherkin type. Fruit ripening is uniform, stable throughout the season, independent of changes in weather conditions.

Important!

It should be noted that this variety of Claudia F1 cucumbers reacts negatively to lower temperatures - the growth of vines slows down, as well as the ripening of fruits.
It is also worth noting that when direct sunlight hits the foliage, burns can form on it. The sizes of small cucumbers are about 9 cm in length and 2 cm in diameter.
The weight of one fruit is about 85 cm. The shape of greens is cylindrical. The skin is dense, crispy, covered with small tubercles with small light spikes. Thin small light stripes and small light spots are clearly visible on the surface of cucumbers. The taste of ripe fruits is pleasant, slightly crispy, tender greens have a light cucumber aroma; at the genetic level, ripe cucumbers have no bitterness. The pulp has no voids, is dense and juicy. There are no seeds in it, and if they appear, they do not ripen.

The harvested cucumbers of Claudius f1 can easily be transported even over long distances, without losing their taste and beautiful appearance.

Claudius hybrid cucumbers do not overgrow, do not turn yellow or become rough even when overgrown. But experienced summer residents recommend collecting ripening fruits at the gherkin stage so that new ovaries appear on the vines faster.

Ripe greens are universally used, used for fresh consumption, added to salads and snacks. Pickled and pickled Claudius cucumbers taste great, crispy and tender.

The Claudia hybrid is characterized by average resistance to most diseases that affect other varieties of cucumbers, and tolerates heat and rainy seasons well.

Claudia's cucumber F1 - video

Caring for a hybrid variety in open ground and in a greenhouse

The “Claudia” variety does not require special care conditions. It consists of standard steps:

1. Regular watering. The optimal humidity during the active growth stage should be 70%, and during the fruiting period - 82%.
2. Cultivation.
3. Fertilizing using liquid manure.
4. Loosening after watering.
5. Systematic weeding.
6. Mandatory bush formation to improve fruiting.

The main thing is that the soil should always be moist and loose.

Necessary fertilizers

Even this variety requires periodic feeding. It is recommended to carry them out at least twice a month. Fertilizers are selected depending on the growth period of the plant. It will need urea before the first color appears. When the buds appear, you can use complex fertilizing (mullein is used as a replacement). When flowering is active, the leaves should be sprayed. Fertilizers “Ovary” and “Bud” are suitable for surface feeding.

You can spray the leaves with homemade fertilizer. For the solution you will need:

• superphosphate – 10 g;
• saltpeter – 5 g;
• potassium salt – 8 g;
• water -10 l.

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Important! When spraying, the solution should get onto the sheet on both sides

Organization of watering

It is better to water Claudia cucumbers in the evening after the active sun has set. To do this you will need warm, settled water. The watering rate per bush is 3 liters.

Tip: watering should be at the roots, so it is better to use a watering can. This will prevent droplets from getting on the sheets, which can cause powdery mildew infection.

Loosening and mulching the soil

Regardless of the planting method, it is important to provide the plants with soil with a suitable composition. The soil must meet the following conditions:

• good hydration;
• loose top layer;
• neutral or slightly alkaline composition.

Light is also important for proper growth. Therefore, you should choose a sunny place on the site for planting.

Bush formation

The cucumber bush “Claudia” is formed into one stem. The emerging stepsons are pinched above the third leaf. The bush requires tying up. If necessary, supports are installed in the form of stakes or trellises and the plant stem is attached to them. You can stretch the net between the pegs. This will improve crop growth, make the area well-groomed, and make harvesting convenient.

At a height of 100 mm, the main stem should be pinched. This will help the plant direct its energy to the formation of fruits, and not to the growth of vines.

Protection from diseases and insects

This unique variety is resistant to most diseases. Among them:

• gray rot;
• bacteriosis;
• brown spot;
• ascochyta;
• sclerotinia;
• fusarium;
• anthracnose

Cucumbers do not have adequate protection against several diseases. These are green mosaic, root rot and powdery mildew. In addition to viruses, insects, worms and rodents are threats to the plant.

If fungal infections occur, Thanos will help, and if there is a threat from a mite or whitefly, you should purchase Actellik.

Advantages of the cucumber variety Claudia

The main advantages of the Claudius hybrid include:

• high productivity;
• friendly ripening of the cucumber harvest;
• fruiting throughout the summer;
• the harvested cucumbers tolerate transportation well;
• excellent presentation of the collected greens;
• wonderful taste of ripe cucumbers, without bitterness;
• resistance to most diseases;
• ripe fruits are gherkin-type, therefore ideal for canning and pickling;
• The Claudia cucumber hybrid can be grown in open and closed ground.

But the variety also has a number of disadvantages:

• Cucumber of the Claudia variety can be affected by white and green mosaic, root rot, powdery mildew;
• The delicate foliage should not be exposed to direct sunlight, otherwise sunburn will appear on the leaf blades.

Due to the possibility of infection by some diseases, it is recommended to treat plants with Bordeaux mixture for preventive purposes.

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Optimal growing conditions

When growing cucumbers of the Claudia F1 variety, you should choose the right planting location. Preference should be given to well-lit places with neutral soil. The least acidic are soils on which garden crops such as potatoes, cabbage, and legumes were previously grown.

Important! It is not recommended to grow the same crop in one place for several seasons in a row. In particular, this rule applies to cucumbers.

The key to getting a good harvest of cucumbers is proper care, which includes:

1. Abundant watering during dry periods.
2. Systematic loosening of the soil 2-4 times a month.
3. Feeding with micro- and macroelements.
4. Regular harvesting.
5. Growing on trellises in a vertical way.
6. Timely formation and garter of bushes.

Diseases and pests affecting Claudius cucumbers

Sometimes the vines of this vegetable crop can be affected by a number of diseases, in particular:

• root rot
  - the main symptoms of the disease are yellowing and cracking of the lower part of the shoots, wilting of cucumber foliage. You should sprinkle the affected areas with wood dust and treat the soil and plant with copper sulfate. Until the cucumbers have recovered, you should not loosen the soil around them. And also avoid watering with cold water;
• powdery mildew
  - a light coating appears on the foliage, the leaves dry out and fall off, then the entire vine may die. Diseased plants are treated with a soap solution to which soda ash has been added. You can also use solutions of fungicides, which are diluted strictly according to the instructions for use. All affected areas on cucumbers must be removed, and the number of nitrogen-containing fertilizing must be reduced. Watering should be carried out only at the base of the plants, making sure that moisture does not fall on the foliage and stems;
• green mosaic
  - the affected parts of the plants become yellowish and wrinkle. Affected cucumbers are transplanted to another place; crop rotation rules must be followed;
• white mosaic
  - characteristic spots of white and yellowish color with characteristic stars appear on the foliage. Affected plants will have to be destroyed, since there are currently no effective measures to combat the disease.

Cucumber Claudia F1 - photo

Cucumber vines can also be affected by aphids, spider mites or thrips. These insect pests can be controlled using both folk remedies and the use of insecticides.

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Description of the variety:

1. The variety is a domestic selection, included in the State Plant Register and zoned in several regions. It is successfully grown throughout the country. Designed for growing in open ground, it is often used on the balcony, as it tolerates shading well. In regions with an unfavorable climate, it is planted in greenhouses.
2. Plants are of indeterminate type; growth is not limited to the floral axil. Form the plant correctly, in open ground pinch the top when the length of the vine is 1 m, in closed ground let it grow to 1.2 m. Pinch side branches at a length of 50 cm, limit second-order shoots to 15 cm.
3. This is a parthenocarpic hybrid that does not require insect pollination. Therefore, in closed greenhouses a good harvest is obtained, and in open ground the ovaries form well even under not the most favorable conditions.
4. The yield is excellent, with an average of 18 kg per square meter. With proper care and favorable conditions, the indicators increase by one and a half times. This variety bears fruit for a long time.
5. The fruits are cylindrical, covered with small tubercles. The average weight is 65-90 grams. The length of greens is up to 12 cm with a diameter of about 4 cm. The skin is dense, but not hard, ensuring good transportability. Security is also at a high level.
6. The taste is good . The pulp is tender and juicy, with a characteristic crunch and without bitterness. When fresh, it can be used for any purpose. There are also no restrictions in canning; many housewives consider this option one of the best.
7. The variety has high resistance to brown spot, cladosporiosis, bacteriosis, gray rot, ascochyta blight, anthracosis and fusarium wilt. Preventive treatment against powdery mildew and root rot is required.

To prevent the greens from overgrowing, you need to collect them daily
. The disadvantages are:

1. Seeds need to be purchased every year . There is a lot of low-quality planting material on sale.
2. Regular feeding is required . Without this, the harvest is much smaller.

In the video, the author draws attention to the fact that the variety is well suited for pickling; there are never empty spaces inside.

Claudius cucumbers: cultivation and care

Claudius cucumbers are grown both in seedlings and without seedlings. In the second case, the seeds are sown directly into the ground on previously prepared beds. It is advisable to cover the crops with plastic film on top to protect the seedlings from possible return spring frosts.

For seedlings, Claudius cucumber seeds should be planted approximately 28-30 days before transplanting them to a permanent place in the garden or greenhouse. If the seedlings outgrow at home, they will take a long time to acclimatize after planting in the beds; as a result, the first ripe fruits may appear on such bushes much later than the period stated in the description.

The width of the prepared beds should be no more than a meter, on which cucumbers are planted in two rows. Furrows are made in the soil, watered well, complex mineral fertilizers are added and seeds or ready-made seedlings are planted. It is recommended to place no more than 3 cucumber plants on one square meter.

Review of cucumber variety Claudia F1

Further care for growing Claudius cucumber bushes is as follows:

• in compliance with the irrigation regime;
• in regular loosening of beds and removal of weeds;
• in feeding this vegetable plant several times a season.

Watering cucumbers should be regular - at least 2-3 times a week, and in hot weather the frequency of watering increases. When watering, you need to try to prevent water from getting on the foliage.

Claudius cucumbers need to be fed frequently - about once every 12-14 days - to increase the yield of the bushes. Organic and mineral fertilizers are usually alternated.

Watering and fertilizing

Claudia F1 forms a strong stem with a large number of side stems; this, along with high yield, creates a decent load on the soil. Therefore, in order to get a good harvest, it is necessary to carry out intensive feeding at all phases of plant development.

Fertilizing begins when the plant has its third or fourth leaf. During this period, the root system is already sufficiently developed, the danger of burns disappears, and the cucumber begins to intensively form green mass and continues to develop roots. It is advisable to use universal fertilizers rich in nitrogen and potassium. After two weeks, the plant enters the fifth or sixth leaf phase. The use of nitrogen ensures the development of green mass. Having begun to form side stems and buds, the plant enters the flowering phase. During this period, they are fed with potassium fertilizers, the same as at the fruiting stage.

An important factor in the healthy development of the plant is balanced feeding. An excess of microelements or their deficiency leads to the death of the crop . Carefully monitor the color of the foliage, the condition of the stems, the appearance of the fruits, and the number of ovaries. The changes will tell you which chemical element the cucumbers are missing. For example, a yellow border on a leaf, frequent shedding of ovaries, and pear-shaped greens indicate a lack of potassium. Large dark green leaves, a thick juicy stem with a simultaneous cessation of fruiting and ugly cucumbers with curled ends indicate an excess of nitrogen. If there is a lack of boron, a lot of barren flowers appear, and the side shoots die off.

Lack of potassium in the soil leads to the formation of a light border on the leaves of the plant

Table: application methods and preparation of fertilizers

The recommended interval between feedings should not exceed 10–14 days.

In case of an excess of microelements, the plant begins to “fatten”. The first signs: active growth of green mass, thickening of the main stem, partial or complete cessation of the formation of buds and ovaries. In this case, the plant’s watering rate is reduced from 1 time a day to 2 times a week in hot weather, or watering is stopped altogether. Lack of moisture and microelements will cause the cucumber to actively reproduce. To reduce the concentration of nitrogen in the soil, the rows are sprinkled with sawdust, after which they are dug in. Rotting in the ground, they absorb excess moisture, and bacteria on their surface process excess nitrogen.

Fertilizing is carried out in parallel with watering. Watering is an important factor for the development of cucumber bushes and green plants. The amount of harvest directly depends on the amount of moisture added to the plant.

It is very important to properly organize watering of cucumbers so that the fruits are undeformed and tasty, and the leaves are green. The norm is about 25 liters per plant with twice a week of watering.

When it is too warm, water the cucumber twice a day. The first time is early in the morning, before the heat sets in, the second time is in the evening, after the temperature drops.

Do not water the plant in hot weather. The high intensity of solar radiation promotes the evaporation of moisture, condensation on the leaves, provoking the development of diseases.

Cucumber “Claudia”: reviews from those who planted this variety

Gardeners in many regions of Russia are engaged in growing this variety, and then leave their reviews on forums. Some of the reviews about the Claudius hybrid are presented below:

Ella, 39 years old, Nizhny Tagil:

In our region, such a heat-loving crop as cucumbers is best grown in greenhouse conditions. I have been growing Claudia gherkin cucumbers for several seasons now. I like the fairly rapid ripening of the fruits, the plants do not require special care, and we use the harvested crop not only fresh, but also pickle and salt it.

Tatyana, 40 years old, Ryazan:

I grow this variety in beds in the garden. Although the variety requires shaping and tying to trellises or cucumber mesh, it is easier to care for the bushes and it is easier to collect ripe greens. The yield is quite high, but my neighbors planted these cucumbers in a greenhouse and say that their yield of this hybrid is much higher than what I have in my open ground beds.

Stella, 50 years old, Tambov:

This is not the first year I have been planting the Claudia cucumber variety. As a result, we collect ripe cucumbers within 1.5 months after germination, and small ripe fruits are ideal for preservation.

Inna, 49 years old, Voronezh:

This is not the first season I have been growing early varieties of cucumbers. Basically, I use the harvested crop for further sale, since my cucumbers appear earlier than others. Therefore, I also plant the Claudius hybrid in the beds, since the harvest of this variety has an excellent presentation and good taste. Last year I planted this hybrid in a greenhouse and harvested more than 2 times more than I had previously collected in the garden from the same variety.

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Elena, 46 years old, Volgograd:
I would like to note the friendly ripening of the harvest of the bushes of this variety. Claudius's gherkins are delicious, without any bitterness at all, even if they were not picked in time. And the vines bore fruit almost all summer, but they had to apply fertilizer every 12-14 days.

chwedwa02:

I have been planting this variety of cucumber for a very long time, I still remember my grandmother planting it.
With the Claudia cucumber there is never a bad year. The cucumber is without bitterness; when pickled, it turns out crispy and without voids. I think this is one of the best varieties for pickling. I really like that the variety is finely tuberculate, and its ripening is average. The cucumber is a self-pollinating gherkin approximately seven to ten centimeters. I first plant seeds at home for seedlings, but if you plant Claudia in a greenhouse and not in open ground, you can plant the seeds directly into the greenhouse. https://otzovik.com/review_382159.html
eleersho2014:

I am a gardener with only 5 years of experience.
Although I always plowed in other people’s gardens, I didn’t feel any joy. And at 50, I got the bait: I want a garden, a vegetable garden and a greenhouse! The question arose about choosing a variety of cucumbers - I planted whatever I could find. I just discovered the Claudia F1 variety! Neat cucumbers, slightly sweet. Small pimples, small seeds. And eat well, and for pickling. And in combination with their small neighbors - Cherry tomatoes - it’s simply great. The neighbors praise me. and I am pleased. The whole family loves these cucumbers, my daughter especially praises them. And the one-year-old grandson, who is still toothless, has already appreciated it - he spends his time with pleasure. In the Urals we have gardens and vegetable gardens that are a joy! Everything grows, especially in greenhouses. https://otzovik.com/review_1271729.html
Galka58:

Every year, for about 15 years now, I have always planted cucumbers of the “Claudia” variety; the seeds were the first, then their quality deteriorated sharply, and I switched to seeds from other companies.
Previously, there were 15 seeds in bags, then 10, and now they put 8 seeds. This cucumber variety is the best for me at the moment. Cucumbers never outgrow, there are no voids, the seeds are small, soft, the flesh is slightly creamy in color. Cucumbers have stable and long-term fruiting. When the foliage of other varieties has already turned yellow, “Claudia” is still green and continues to delight with cucumbers. https://irecommend.ru/content/na-protyazhenii-mnogikh-let-obyazatelno-sazhayu-klavdiyu
Thanks to its positive qualities, the cucumber hybrid Claudia is becoming increasingly popular among Russian vegetable growers, who grow it not only for personal needs, but also for further sale of the harvested crop.

Features of harvesting and storage

The first fruits ripen approximately 6 weeks after emergence. At this time, the first harvest is carried out, after which the fruit is selected every 2 days. By this time, the cucumbers should have lengthened to 5–8 cm. It is best to pick the crop in the morning or evening, on a dry and sunny day.

You need to separate the ripe fruit from the stalk using a sharp kitchen or garden knife. Then the collected cucumbers need to be placed in baskets or deep containers for vegetables - they serve as temporary containers, from which the fruits are subsequently delivered to a permanent storage location. Manipulations with fruits are carried out carefully; during selection they should not be damaged, as this sharply reduces their presentation and shelf life.

Selected fruits are stored in a dry and cool place at a temperature of about +5°C for 1 month after selection. Without special conditions, the shelf life of Kolibri cucumbers is no more than 14 days, and at the same time the taste and aromatic properties of the crop gradually decrease. To preserve the harvest of cucumbers throughout the winter, it is better to pickle them.

Kolibri F1 cucumbers are a productive fruit hybrid, unpretentious and high-yielding. This variety can be successfully grown both in open soil or greenhouses, and on a windowsill. And if you take into account all the features of growing this crop, you can regularly get an excellent harvest of fresh cucumbers.