Cucumber for growing in all regions of the country - Monisia

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Description of the variety

Hybrid "Monisia f1" is a product of Dutch breeders of the Monsanto company. Since 2011, it has been included in the State Register of Plants of the Russian Federation and is recommended for cultivation on personal and subsidiary plots in all regions of the country.

O - means this is a first generation hybrid. This means that these seeds have inherited the best qualities from their parents, have the ability to grow quickly and produce an excellent harvest (with proper cultivation and care).

Seeds obtained from growing hybrid crops are unsuitable for home seed harvesting.

Cucumber care

For cucumber beds, well-lit areas are allocated, protected from cold winds and drafts. The Marinda hybrid grows best in nutritious, well-drained soils with a low nitrogen content.

Seedlings with 3-4 leaves are considered sufficiently strong, they can be planted in open ground (closer to the end of May-beginning of June). Manufacturers recommend focusing on soil temperature - the soil should warm up to + 15-18˚ C. If the seedlings are left too long, the foliage may begin to turn yellow.

The beds for cucumbers of the hybrid variety Marinda are prepared in advance: shallow trenches are dug into which a little compost and rotted manure is poured. When planting seedlings, it is recommended to adhere to the following scheme: in a row, the distance between sprouts is 30 cm, and the row spacing is 50-70 cm wide. After planting, the soil around the roots is carefully compacted and watered.

Advice! To prevent the soil from drying out, mulch it. You can use straw or grass clippings.

Watering rules

Only warm water is used to moisten the soil. During the season, Marinda F1 cucumbers are watered in different ways:

• Before flowering begins and subject to hot weather, it is recommended to water the cucumber beds daily. It is advisable to pour half a liter - a liter of water (4-5 liters per square meter) under each bush;
• During the formation of the ovary of cucumbers of the hybrid variety Marinda and during harvesting, the frequency of watering is reduced, but at the same time the volume of water is increased. Once every two to three days, water is poured at the rate of 8-12 liters per square meter;
• Already from mid-August, the abundance and frequency of watering has been reduced. It is enough to pour 3-4 liters per square meter once a week (or 0.5-0.7 liters for each bush).

Water should be poured under the cucumbers of the hybrid variety Marinda in a weak stream so as not to destroy the root system, which is located shallowly. Watering on the leaves can only be done in the evening (when the heat of the day has subsided, but the temperature has not dropped much).

Important! If cool or cloudy weather sets in, reduce watering of Marinda F1 cucumbers. Otherwise, the water will stagnate, which will lead to rotting of the roots or the occurrence of fungal diseases

Soil fertilization

Timely application of fertilizers will ensure healthy growth of cucumbers of the hybrid variety Marinda and abundant fruiting. Fertilizing is applied in two ways: root and foliar.

Advice! When using soil fertilizers, do not allow them to come into contact with the green mass of cucumbers, otherwise you can cause burns to the leaves and vines.

The first feeding of cucumbers of the hybrid variety Marinda in open ground is carried out during the period of growth of green mass. But you shouldn’t do it thoughtlessly. If the plant was planted in fertilized soil and is developing well, then it is not recommended to use fertilizers. If the seedlings are thin and weak, then complex formulations are used: ammophosphate (1 tbsp) is diluted in 10 liters of water. Fans of organic fertilizers can use a solution of bird droppings (1 part fertilizer and 20 parts water).

During the flowering of cucumbers of the hybrid variety Marinda, the growth of foliage and stems stops and therefore a mixture of mineral fertilizers is used: for 10 liters of water take potassium nitrate (20 g), a glass of ash, ammonium nitrate (30 g), superphosphate (40 g).

To increase the formation and growth of the ovaries of Marinda F1 cucumbers, use a solution: take potassium nitrate (25 g), urea (50 g), and a glass of ash per 10 liters of water. Foliar feeding will help to prolong fruiting at the end of the season (last days of August - beginning of September): the green mass is sprayed with a urea solution (15 g per 10 liters of water).

Advice! Experienced gardeners recommend fertilizing the soil every one and a half to two weeks.

But at the same time, it is important to take into account the condition of the cucumbers of the hybrid variety Marinda - how much they need additional mineral nutrition

When foliar feeding, it is important to choose the right time: early in the morning or in the evening. If it rains after the procedure, it is recommended to repeat the spraying.

Characteristics of the variety

Monisia cucumber is an early ripening crop; fruit formation occurs 38-40 days after seed germination.

The plant is characterized by power, vigorous growth, and medium branching. Belongs to the parthenocarpic (i.e. self-pollinating) type. Flowering type: female. The number of female flowers in 1 node ranges from 1 to 3. The culture has large green foxes.

Key characteristics of the fruit:

• peel color - dark green;
• the surface is coarsely tuberous, the pubescence is black, of medium density;
• shape - cylindrical;
• taste - excellent, without bitterness;
• approximate weight - 65-70 g;
• average length - 9-11 cm;
• the length-width ratio is 3.1:1.

The marketable yield of the crop is about 9.5 kg/m².

"Monisia f1" has many advantages, including:

• early ripeness;
• uniform nature of crop yield;
• excellent shade tolerance;
• high level of fruit density;
• the fruits are uniform and not subject to overgrowth;
• good product characteristics;
• excellent transportation options;
• pleasant taste of fruits without bitterness;
• attractive appearance;
• disease resistance;
• possibility of cultivation in all regions of the Russian Federation.

The disadvantages include:

• slightly thick skin of cucumbers;
• with a significant lack of light, sprouts may stretch out (in the initial stage of growth). The disadvantage is eliminated by optimizing the growing light regime.

Growing seedlings

Seeds are planted in late April-early May. To take into account the climatic features of the region, it is recommended to start planting grains 3-3.5 weeks before transplanting the seedlings into open ground. For cucumbers of this hybrid variety, it is advisable to prepare the soil yourself. It is necessary to take equal parts of peat, garden soil and sand. Marinda F1 granulated seeds from manufacturers have a special thin layer containing a set of nutrients and antifungal/antimicrobial agents. Therefore, such grains can be sown immediately in open ground.

Advice! It is advisable to use peat cups as a container for sowing. In this case, the seedlings can be planted directly in cups in open ground, thanks to which they will take root faster.

Planting stages:

1. Separate containers are filled with nutritious soil composition and lightly moistened. In plastic cups, holes must be made in the bottom. If you use one large box, then as a result of subsequent picking, the sprouts can take a long time to take root.
2. Holes (1.5-2 cm) are made in the soil, where 2 grains of Marinda F1 are placed at once. Planting material is sprinkled with earth.
3. The containers are covered with film or glass and placed in a warm place. Usually, after 3-4 days, the first shoots of hybrid Marinda cucumbers already appear. The covering from the containers is removed and the seedlings are transferred to a well-lit place.
4. After the first leaves appear, the seedlings are thinned out - only a strong one is left from two sprouts. In order not to damage the root system of the remaining seedling, the weak sprout is simply cut off or carefully pinched off.

If you follow the correct light and temperature conditions, the seedlings of hybrid Marinda cucumbers will be strong and healthy. Suitable conditions: temperature +15-18˚ C, bright daylight. But you should not place the seedlings in direct sunlight. In cloudy weather, it is recommended to use phytolamps day and night.

Important! In a warm place with low light, the sprouts will stretch out and be thin and weak. About a week and a half before planting seedlings in open soil, they begin to harden them

To do this, cucumbers of the hybrid variety Marinda are taken outside (the “walk” time is gradually increased daily).

About a week and a half before planting seedlings in open soil, they begin to harden them. To do this, cucumbers of the hybrid variety Marinda are taken outside (the “walk” time is gradually increased daily).

Growing

Cucumber "Monisia f1" can be grown in two ways (depending on climatic conditions). Let's take a closer look.

• The first is the seedling method of growing

Dates: beginning of May.

Seedlings are grown using the cassette method or in pots. To sow seeds, a mixture is required: soil, sand and humus (proportion - 2:0.5:1). The volume of soil in pots is approximately 400 cm³.

To avoid stretching of seedlings, a certain light regime should be observed; artificial lighting may be used.

Approximately 20 days after sowing the seeds (late May - early June), the period of “three to four true leaves” begins, when the seedlings should be transplanted into a greenhouse or open ground. The following scheme should be followed:

1. 2-2.5 plants per 1 m² - for vertical (trellis) cultivation;
2. 4-4.5 plants per 1 m² - when grown horizontally.

Seed consumption is 1.5-3 g per 10 m2 (1.5-3 kg/ha).

It is recommended to plant cucumbers on those plots of land where winter wheat, peas, potatoes, onions, and cabbage previously grew.

With the trellis growing method, plants are not damaged during technological operations, fruit harvesting is simplified, and the yield is significantly increased.

• The second method is to sow seeds in open ground.

Dates: end of May - beginning of June (depending on the growing region).

Place manure in well-fertilized and dug soil to a depth of 2 cm in the holes and sprinkle with earth; Sow the seeds themselves at a depth of 1-1.5 cm and cover with soil. Sow according to the pattern: 40x50cm. After this, cover the crops with film. After all the seeds have sprouted, the coating should be removed and the seedlings should be thinned out (by pinching).

Which method of growing cucumbers do you prefer?

Seedling methodSowing seeds in open ground

Cucumbers should be replanted only when the soil at the sowing depth (4-5 cm) warms up to 15˚C. At lower temperatures, the seeds will become moldy and the seedlings will not take root.

In open ground, it is better to sow cucumbers in a place protected from the wind.

Features of cultivation

The preparation was carried out by the manufacturing company. This cucumber variety should be grown in open ground conditions. But, seeds for seedlings can be planted in a greenhouse so that seedlings appear much faster. Moreover, in conditions of increased heat, the seeds will germinate in a safer way. Planting cucumber seeds should be done in early May. Cucumber seeds should not be treated with growth stimulants or disinfectants. After 40-45 days, when several pairs of leaves form on the stem, the seedlings can be moved to a place of permanent growth.

It is important to choose only nutritious soil with a low level of acid-base balance, because an increased level of acid can negatively affect the root system. Holes for planting seedlings must be formed at a distance of 50-60 cm from each other, but the distance between rows should be about 40 cm.

Care

Like most cucumbers, "Monisia f1" needs regular care:

• timely watering;
• regular weeding;
• regular loosening of the soil;
• fertilizing with complex fertilizers;
• mulching (peat, sawdust).

Watering should be done regularly - every 3-4 days (more often during fruiting) in the morning or evening. Water temperature is approximately 20-25 °C. Water consumption - 25-30 liters per 1 m2. Watering rates are affected by weather conditions—in hot weather, the amount of watering must be increased.

The use of drip irrigation and the application of water-soluble fertilizers with irrigation water (fertigation) is quite effective:

1. 2 weeks after planting cucumber seedlings, fertilizers must be added to the soil: for every 4 m², 10 g of potassium salt, superphosphate and ammonium nitrate per 10 liters of water.
2. 2 weeks after the previous feeding, it is necessary to add fertilizer to the soil: for every 4 m², 20 g of potassium salt, superphosphate and ammonium nitrate per 10 liters of water.
3. During fruiting it is also necessary to fertilize: for every 4 m² 30 g of potassium sulfate per 10 liters of water.

During the growing season, it is also recommended to fertilize with wood ash, infusion of nettle leaves, and fermented mullein.

Care requirements

Caring for the plant will not be a hassle

Despite the high rates of germination and productivity, this species does not require special care. All care procedures are standard:

• timely watering (2 times a month);
• high-quality feeding;
• loosening the soil;
• removing weeds and other foreign objects from the soil

Some experts note the obligatory formation of a bush into 1 stem, but everyone carries out this procedure at their own discretion, depending on the development of the plant. If somehow the plant begins to become abundantly covered with side shoots, then forming a bush into 1 stem is simply necessary. If the number of side shoots is at an average level, then you can skip the formation of the bush.

Watering should be carried out with water at room temperature, because cool water can negatively affect the development of the root system, which will lead to a decrease in yield. Loosening the soil and removing weeds should be carried out 3 days after each watering. It is very important that the root system remains unloaded and receives the required amount of nutrients. Fertilizers should consist of mineral and organic substances. It is advisable to use humus or peat compounds as organic matter, but preference should be given to phosphorus and potassium compounds as mineral substances. They will help reveal all the taste qualities and will have a positive effect on the formation of the bush.

Diseases and pests

The culture has:

• high resistance to typical cucumber diseases: cladosporiosis (scab), root rot, white rot, etc.;
• intermediate resistance to cucumber mosaic virus and powdery mildew.

For example, mosaic virus manifests itself by the appearance of yellow spots on fruits and leaves. There is no drug to treat the disease, so to prevent the spread of the disease, you simply need to destroy the affected bushes.

Root rot

As for powdery mildew, it actively thrives in cold and damp conditions, as well as with frequent changes in air temperature. The disease is caused by a fungus that covers the leaves with a white (ashy, snowy) coating. One of the effective folk remedies for this disease:

1. Spraying the affected beds with diluted mullein (dilute manure in water in a ratio of 1:3, leave for two days, dilute three times again, strain; you will get a solution ready for use).
2. Another control method is to dissolve 1.5-2 g of potassium permanganate in 10 liters of water; this will give you a good mixture for treating cucumbers covered with powdery mildew.

Of the pests, the greatest damage to cucumbers is caused by spider mites, aphids, and thrips. You can use Actellik, Talstar, etc. against them. The biological product Actofite is also effective against spider mites (maximum effectiveness at temperatures above 18-20˚C).

To prevent any diseases and pests, regular weeding, loosening, and maintaining the correct watering regime are recommended.

Parasites and diseases

This plant hybrid is completely protected from diseases such as powdery mildew, brown spot and cucumber mosaic, so all preventive measures in the fight against these diseases can be skipped. The problem with this variety is that it can be susceptible to parasites such as the Colorado potato beetle, aphids or slugs.

To get rid of beetles, you should use Regent or Confidor. A solution of manganese will help in the fight against aphids, but you can get rid of slugs using a solution of hot pepper.

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Below we present photographs of Monisia f1 cucumbers.

The best and most productive varieties of cucumbers for growing in open ground

From a huge variety, gardeners can easily choose the best varieties of cucumbers for open ground. When choosing the most productive varieties of cucumbers for open ground, you need to rely on a number of important features. After all, cucumbers generally love warmth, and not every variety will bear fruit in an open space.

Important criteria for seeds for planting in open areas

For growing in open ground, a number of features of the cucumber family are important. These features help them survive in non-greenhouse conditions and give good fruiting results.

It is difficult to choose which variety to plant in an open space if you do not have experience in vegetable growing and know nothing about the known types of cucumbers.

To choose seeds, you can consult with experienced gardeners which ones are characterized by high yield and endurance.

Usually, cucumber seeds for open ground are first germinated in special containers at home. Cucumbers love warmth, and they need greenhouse conditions to hatch. And then, when the seedlings have become stronger and the soil has more or less warmed up, they are planted in open soil under a film. The soil should warm up to 19 degrees; manure, peat and humus help make the soil warmer.

The best seeds are those that easily adapt to changeable weather, bear fruit despite unfavorable conditions, are not afraid of cold nights, and are resistant to diseases and pests. Science does not stand still. Breeders have already developed many varieties and hybrids that meet these requirements.

You also need to pay attention to the purpose for which cucumbers are planted, and in what month they want to receive the harvest. They can be planted only for preservation, or for use in salads and slices. Cucumbers can be early-ripening, mid-ripening or late-ripening.

What are the best cucumber seeds for open ground?

To determine which cucumbers are ideal for open ground, you need to plant several types in the garden at once. Next time, when choosing, you will already have knowledge of which ones bear fruit best without a greenhouse. Each summer resident chooses the best variety of cucumbers for himself. These are mainly cold-resistant varieties of cucumbers.

Among the universal species we can distinguish cucumbers Christina, Farmer, Dachny, Konny, Nezhinsky, Muromsky, Rodnichok, Zasolochny, Regina F1, Zhuravlenok F1, Hector F1.

The difference between a variety and a hybrid

To understand which cucumbers are best planted in open ground, you need to figure out what is more suitable, a variety or a hybrid.

A variety is a specially bred type of plant that has the ability to reproduce. A hybrid plant is obtained by crossing several types of crops.

Hybrids are created artificially to improve the qualities of the plant. It is easier for a person to grow hybrids in modern conditions.

They store better, suffer less from illness, have improved taste, are high-yielding, and are cold-resistant.

Therefore, it is better to plant hybrids in open ground. You can also use varieties, but only those that tolerate conditions outside the greenhouse well and are able to withstand various environmental influences. For example, the most cold-resistant vegetable is Muromsky 36.

The name of the hardy and fruitful hybrid Generalsky F1. There are other names. Before planting, you need to decide whether early or late crops are needed, self-pollinating or bee-pollinated, large or small.

These criteria determine which seeds should be purchased.

Early varieties

The peculiarity of early-ripening cucumber hybrids for open ground is that they are mainly self-pollinating, bring a high yield already in mid-summer, and are resistant to cold and various diseases.

One of the famous varieties that ripens early is Muromsky. He is productive. It is planted in May, and after about a month and a half the first vegetables appear.

You can also note the most popular early variety - April F1. He is one of the first to produce a harvest at the dacha, delighting everyone with green crispy cucumbers. Its advantages are ease of care, the fact that they are not afraid of the cold, and do not taste bitter.

Early fruiting cucumber Christina f1 is known for its resistance to any weather conditions, fungal diseases, and drought. The fruits are not bitter, bright green, up to 10 centimeters long, and small in weight.

Cucumber Monisia f1 ripens early, is immune to viral mosaic, and rarely suffers from powdery mildew. The fruits are tasty, with pimples, suitable for pickling.

Zador f1 refers to small gherkins, the bushes are small, they can even be grown in pots on balconies.

Krepysh f1 is another early variety with high yield. Tolerates cold and aridity normally. The fruit is medium in size, weighs up to 90 grams, sweet, crispy. Thanks to the large harvest, they can be salted and pickled. They are without bitterness and have beautiful tubercles on the skin.

Mid-season and late hybrids

In addition to early hybrids, summer residents also plant late and mid-season varieties. After all, they have long fruiting periods, are suitable for canning and pickling, have high yields, and are not afraid of autumn cold. In order for the bush to be productive before the autumn cold, the hardening procedure begins with the germination of seedlings. The plant gradually adapts and becomes resistant to cold.

Late varieties are light-loving, which is why they are recommended to be grown in well-lit spaces, in open areas. The bushes should be planted at a distance from each other; the film should be opened in good weather. To improve the quality of the harvest, the bushes should be fertilized and ensure that there is 11–12 hours of daylight.

The best varieties for open ground from late-ripening cucumbers are Garlyanda, Kurazh, Kapelka, Farmer, Nerosimy 40 and others.

Mid-ripening ones are good because they ripen faster than late ones. They are also distinguished by their rich harvest and strong immunity to diseases. Of these, the most famous variety is Vyaznikovsky 37. The bushes are low-growing, the fruits are small up to 9 centimeters. They have tubercles. Very tasty for eating fresh and for pickling.

Gardeners' opinions

It would be interesting to hear reviews from summer residents about which varieties of cucumbers are best suited for growing without greenhouses. Usually people choose seeds according to three main categories: So that the bushes are fruitful, give a high yield, are less sick, and are unpretentious in care.

Anna: I have a dacha in the Moscow region, and, of course, I plant cucumbers. It happens that two greenhouses are overcrowded with other crops, so you have to plant seedlings in open ground.

I select the best varieties, taking into account their resistance to weather conditions. Not everyone is able to withstand them. I like the April F1 cucumber the most.

This is an early ripening hybrid, strong, hardy, gives a good harvest, does not taste bitter at all, and does not suffer from anything.

Marina: The most delicious varieties that I usually plant without a greenhouse are Muromsky and Moscow Evenings. Of the high-yielding ones - Connie. He is also easy to care for.

The most important thing is to provide the plants with food, proper watering and cover them with film on time. Then you can enjoy a delicious crispy cucumber, fresh or canned.

The main thing is not to be afraid to try growing cucumbers without greenhouses. Now so many different varieties have been bred that are adapted to this.

The best seeds for the new year

All avid summer residents want to know which varieties of cucumbers are the most productive for open ground in 2022. First of all, you need to consider popular varieties that have good reviews from year to year.

The most productive variety is Connie. These vegetables have very strong immunity, they bear fruit for a long time and produce a bountiful harvest.

Zador f1 is known for the fact that it is self-pollinating, high-yielding, tolerates cold well, and practically does not get sick. These cucumbers can be picked into small gherkins and salted in jars.

Very tasty salad crops that are suitable for growing outside greenhouses are Masha, Zozulya, German F1, Aprilsky, Cascade. They have all the characteristics for growing outside greenhouses. If you provide them with all the conditions for normal growth, they will bear fruit in open areas.

One of the strong varieties that can resist spotting, fungal infections, and powdery mildew is Balagan. Due to their small size, they can be salted in jars. This early-ripening hybrid is also suitable for salads.

It is important to remember that to select cucumber varieties for open ground, positive reviews and a good reputation are necessary. Cucumbers for open ground must be resistant to conditions without a greenhouse. You can consult with sellers in stores, or better yet, read reviews on the Internet.

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So, the “Monisia f1” cucumber is a highly productive early ripening, which has a lot of advantages, intended for fresh consumption and for preservation. It can be grown in all regions of the country both in open ground and in greenhouses. The plant can be cultivated on a trellis or spread out. Following simple rules for growing and caring will allow every gardener to get an excellent harvest.

Pros and cons of the variety

There are many advantages of cucumber Monisia f1:

1. Pleasant taste
2. High yield
3. The fruits ripen early
4. Uniform ripening
5. Transportability
6. The fruits look quite presentable
7. Resistance to many diseases
8. Shade tolerance
9. Adapts to different conditions, so can be grown in many regions

But there are also weaknesses:

1. Can't get seeds
2. Cost - you need to buy seeds every year
3. The cucumber skin is slightly thick
4. Lack of light provokes elongation of cucumbers (solved by adjusting the light regime)

Properties of fruits, advantages and disadvantages

Zelentsy variety - smooth cylinders. They have high commercial characteristics, rarely overgrow and are not prone to barreling. When canned, the fruits fit comfortably even into small containers. The taste of cucumbers is also excellent. Their dense, crispy flesh contains sweet notes. Therefore, the crop can be used in cooking in different ways.

The benefits of cucumber are not limited to this:

1. High yield. Practicing gardeners manage to get more greens than stated by the originator.
2. A figure of up to 25 kg/sq.m. is mentioned. m (for greenhouses).
3. Immune resistance to some diseases typical of cucumbers.
4. Precocity.
5. One-dimensionality of fruits. Friendly return.
6. Good shade tolerance.
7. Availability of crops for transportation.

• susceptibility to some diseases of melons;
• high proportion of non-commercial fruits.

general information

The development of the Monisia variety of f1 category was carried out by the Dutch company Singenta. It is she who supplies seed material. It is important to note the fact that the year of breeding of the variety is considered to be 2005. But in 2007, Monisia f1 got its place in the State Register of the Russian Federation.

This variety of cucumbers can be grown both in open ground and in greenhouse conditions.

The yield is quite high and amounts to about 250 kg per 1 ha.

Appearance of the plant

The bush of this variety is highly developed and has a powerful root system. The foliage is average. The foliage is a dark, rich shade of green with a slight roughness on the surface. There are also small tubercles on the leaves that play the role of attracting bees.

This variety is a bee-pollinated variety, so it is best grown in open ground. The type of flowering is predominantly female. But, there may be some that have male flowering.

The main stem is not limited in its growth and can reach a height of 2 m. There is a small distance between the nodes. About 5 cucumbers can be formed in each node.

Appearance of the fruit

Cucumbers of this variety have a cylindrical shape. The peel is dark green with small stripes of white. This cucumber may also have a small number of spots. The surface is completely filled with a white edge, where a minimum number of tubercles are located.

Cucumbers have an average weight of 75 grams, but the length of an individual fruit is about 8 cm. The description indicates the versatility of this variety. It can be used not only for preparing salads or canning. According to gardeners, it is in canned or pickled form that all the taste qualities of the fruit are revealed. Many people consume it fresh. There is a sweetish taste, without bitterness. Moreover, the absence of bitterness is due to genetic parameters.