Every gardener has his favorite varieties of cucumbers. For many, Benefis f1, a highly productive and disease-resistant hybrid, has become a favorite. Among the indisputable bonuses are excellent taste, crispness, pickling properties, as well as the ability to consistently bear fruit under stress.
| Landing location | Ripening time | Mode of application | Fruit length | Group | Fruit smoothness | Pollination method |
| Universal | Mid-early (46-55 days) | Universal | Medium - from 10 to 15 cm | Hybrid | Highly lumpy | Parthenocarpic |
Description and characteristics of the variety
The bush produces its first harvest in the mid-early period. Approximately 45-50 days pass from the moment of germination.
Features inherent in the hybrid:
- self-pollinating;
- predominance of female flowers;
- bunched ovaries with 3-6 inflorescences;
- indeterminate growth;
- multiple regrowth of lateral stems;
- developed root system.
Cultivation is carried out in various conditions - open ground, covered greenhouse beds, greenhouses and tunnels.
Characteristics of Zelentsy:
- length 10-14 cm;
- average weight varies within 100 g;
- there are many tubercles;
- the skin is bright green with faint stripes, tender;
- the flesh is crispy, juicy, without voids;
- pubescence is weak;
- taste without bitterness.
Neat commercial greens are well suited for canning and pickling. The fruits exhibit excellent flavor in fresh dishes, adding notes of sweetness and freshness.
The best varieties and hybrids of cucumbers for open ground
'April F1'
An early-ripening universal hybrid, fruiting of which occurs 45-55 days after emergence. It can be successfully grown not only in open ground, but also in small balcony boxes - the plant is compact and has the ability to self-regulate branching. The cylindrical fruits are quite large: weighing 200-250 g in length, they reach 22-25 cm. The undeniable advantages of the hybrid : lack of bitterness, low maintenance and relative cold resistance, which makes it possible to obtain good harvests in open ground. Varieties for open ground are selected especially carefully
'Erofey'
Bee-pollinated, mid-season universal variety (suitable for both fresh consumption and canning). A plant of mixed flowering type, highly branched, tall. Zelenets are short (about 6-7 cm), elongated-ovoid in shape, slightly tuberculate. The variety is quite resistant to downy mildew.
'Ant F1'
Parthenocarpic ultra-early ripening (35-39 days) hybrid. The plant is of a tufted type of flowering, medium-climbing, with limited branching of lateral shoots. The fruits are large-tubercular, cylindrical in shape, up to 12 cm in length. Resistant to olive spot, downy and powdery mildew.
'Masha F1'
Parthenocarpic ultra-early ripening (35-39 days) high-yielding hybrid of bunch-type flowering with a long fruiting period. The fruits are large-tuberous gherkins of regular cylindrical shape - genetically devoid of bitterness , endowed with the highest taste properties and suitable not only for fresh consumption, but also for canning. The hybrid is resistant to a range of diseases (powdery and downy mildew, mosaic virus and others) and unfavorable growing conditions.
'Competitor'
A productive early ripening (43-53 days) pickling variety with good taste. The fruits are elongated oval or cylindrical, up to 12 cm long, covered with large tubercles, weighing about 120 g. The variety is resistant to powdery mildew and bacterial spotting.
'Springhead F1'
Mid-season (from 48 to 55 days) bee-pollinated hybrid, resistant to a range of diseases. Cylindrical fruits, covered with small tubercles with sparse spines, are devoid of bitterness; Suitable for pickling and canning. The length of ripe greens reaches 12 cm, the weight does not exceed 100 g. As the practice of our gardeners has shown, such varieties of cucumbers as ' Far Eastern ' and ' Phoenix ' have proven themselves excellent in open ground, you can read more about the experience of growing them here this post.
Landing
Cucumbers are grown through seedlings and direct sowing of seeds in beds. You can first germinate the seed material warmly on a hydrogel or moistened fabric at 26-27 degrees. They are buried 1-2 cm into the soil so as not to damage the seedlings; the seeds are transferred using tweezers.
The seedlings are covered with film before germination. Maintains 25-29 degrees. After removing the shelter, the temperature is 20-22 degrees.
A tall hybrid is planted on a site at a considerable distance:
- distance between bushes in a row is 30-40 cm
- Row spacing is 70-80 cm.
The best varieties and hybrids of cucumbers for shady areas
You must admit that the dacha plot is not equally illuminated from all sides by the sun, to which many garden crops are very demanding. Tomatoes, peppers, eggplants - they all grow well only in open sunny areas , and sometimes there is simply no room left for planting cucumbers.
There are varieties of cucumbers that can grow even in partial shade . But not everything is so hopeless, and if there is no open sunny place left on your site, it doesn’t matter - feel free to plant cucumbers in partial shade , because there are varieties that grow well in such conditions.
'Muromsky 36'
An early ripening (35-45 days) pickling variety, the finely tuberculated or smooth fruits of which reach 6-8 cm in length. Relatively resistant to short-term drops in temperature . The cucumbers are light green, ovoid or ellipsoidal in shape, reaching 6-10 cm in length. The peculiarity of the variety is that the fruits turn yellow quite quickly, so they need to be collected often.
'The Secret of the F1 Company'
Parthenocarpic early ripening (38-42 days) hybrid of universal use . The plant is medium branched, with a female type of flowering. The greens are cylindrical in shape, slightly ribbed, medium in size, weighing up to 115 g. The variety is resistant to powdery mildew and cladosporiosis.
'Moscow evenings F1'
Parthenocarpic mid-season (42-45 days) hybrid, the fruits of which have excellent taste and are suitable for both pickling and fresh consumption.
The plant has a predominantly female flowering type and is highly climbing. The fruit is cylindrical, tuberculate, dark green in color, with white pubescence. The length reaches 14 cm, and the weight does not exceed 110 g. The variety is resistant to cucumber mosaic virus, powdery mildew, and cladosporiosis. Most of the varieties and hybrids listed in this article can be found in our catalog, which contains offers from various online stores. A separate product selection is dedicated to the best varieties and hybrids for the middle zone. Cucumber Swallowtail F1 Balcony, 10 pcs. 36 RUR
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Cucumber Boy with Finger F1, 10 pcs. 36 RUR
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Cucumber Moscow Evenings F1, 10 pcs. 41 RUR
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April cucumber F1, 7 pcs. 32 rub.
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Fruiting varieties for growing in greenhouses
To obtain high yields in greenhouse conditions, it is necessary to choose seeds of early self-pollinating varieties. In addition, plants must be resistant to low temperatures and diseases, tolerate low light levels and long growing seasons.
Attention! When purchasing seeds of insect-pollinated varieties, be sure to keep in mind that when growing them in greenhouses, you will need to provide access to the plant for insects during the pollination period.
Among all the diversity, the following can be distinguished:
Meringue F1
An early hybrid with a rapid ripening period. From transplanting seedlings into greenhouse soil to full maturation, it takes 35 to 40 days. A distinctive feature of Meringue is that cucumbers are large-lumpy, richly dark in color, and have medium sizes - the weight of one fruit is from 80 to 100g. The variety is resistant to cladosporiosis, powdery mildew, and root rot, characteristic of greenhouse plants.
Alekseich F1
The hybrid is not susceptible to infection by powdery and downy mildew, or fungal infections.
A universal early-ripening variety, specially bred for greenhouse and greenhouse cultivation. Fruit ripening period is 35-40 days. The fruits are small in size (8-10cm) and weigh up to 100g, so they are used mainly for canning.
Benefit F1
An early hybrid with high yield. Full ripening occurs within 40-45 days after transplanting the seedlings into greenhouse soil conditions. The average weight of the fruit is 100g, and the length does not exceed 12-14cm. The variety is resistant to fungal and viral diseases and retains commercial quality for a long time under long-term storage conditions.
Murashka F1
An unusual early hybrid, distinguished by its tufted ovaries. This creates comfortable conditions for gardeners with abundant harvests and long growing seasons.
The fruits have a coarse, dark green skin with small spines, and excellent taste. The hybrid is resistant to powdery mildew and powdery mildew diseases. The ripening period is 40 days, the fruit size is up to 100g.
Features of growing parthenocarpic (self-pollinating) cucumber hybrids
In self-pollinating varieties, there is an increased load on the bush, because there are only stamens. Therefore, formative pinching is required.
Interesting!
The essence of parthenocarpy is that pollen falls on the same pistil. When germinating, it creates ovaries.
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It is not recommended to place non-self-pollinating varieties nearby. The fruits will be unattractive, oblong in shape due to pollination by insects that will pollinate neighboring shrubs.
The parthenocarpic variety of cucumbers is ideal for the greenhouse. They are also grown in open ground. You just need to take into account that the yield in this case will be lower.
Below are the best early hybrids and varieties of cucumbers that do not require outside pollination.
Parthenocarpic hybrids - video
Cucumbers "Arina F1"
An excellent parthenocarpic early-ripening hybrid, ripening early (on the 36th day). It grows quickly and is resistant to low temperatures. Suitable for the middle zone and the Urals. With a lack of light, shoots on the sides begin to grow vigorously. The nodes consist of 2 ovaries (sometimes only one).
Cucumber “Arina F1” - photo
The color of the fruit is rich green. The surface is a little shiny. Cucumbers are covered with large tubercles. There are white thorns. The length of the vegetable is up to 17 cm. To get more yield, pinch on the sides. Has excellent immunity. The yield of Arina cucumber is up to 12 kg per 1 m2.
Early variety of cucumber “Artist F1”
Mature fruits are formed 38 days after planting at a permanent place of growth. They may appear later, depending on the climate and care. The cucumber bush "Artist" is tall with a moderate number of branches. Has powerful roots. This self-pollinating variety of cucumbers is suitable for growing both in open and closed ground.
Cucumbers are short, dark green in color. There are stripes and slight spotting on the peel. There are tubercles and a white edge. Fruit weight up to 95 grams. The average yield for hybrids in this category is 8.5 kg per 1 m2. Suitable for preparing fresh salads and canning.
Cucumbers "Benefit F1"
The “Benefit F1” cucumber ripens in a short time on the 42nd day.
The fruits are up to 13 cm long, green in color. The entire skin is simply dotted with tubercles. There are also thorns. But there is no bitterness in the taste at all. The weight of a cucumber ranges from 100 to 120 grams. It has excellent immunity and protection from pests. It can also be cultivated in unprotected soil conditions. The yield of the early cucumber variety "Benefit" is average - up to 8 kg.
Cucumber “Garland F1”
Represents early varieties of self-pollinating cucumbers for the greenhouse. Ripens on the 45th day after the appearance of the first shoots. Has powerful growth. Branching is insignificant. Grow into 1 stem. The ovaries are laid in bouquets or bunches of 5 pieces in one. It tolerates a lack of lighting very well, so it will feel fine at home. The hybrid cucumber “Garland” can be grown on a balcony or loggia.
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Growing cucumbers: care, feeding, watering, pinching and harvesting rules
The color of cucumbers is dark green. There are spikes on the surface. Lumpiness is present. Average length - up to 14 cm. Weight up to 130 g. Excellent cucumber aroma and taste. The fruits of the Garland cucumber are stored for a long time, maintaining their presentation. Average frost resistance.
Cucumber “Garland F1” - photo
Hybrid cucumber "Gunnar F1"
Represents early-ripening parthenocarpic varieties of cucumbers for growing in greenhouses and open ground. The hybrid "Gunnar F1" ripens on the 38th day. It grows well both in greenhouses and in open ground.
Fits compactly at the landing site. It has short shoots on the sides. Blooms in bunches. One node is usually formed by 4 ovaries. Cucumbers are dark green in color, up to 12 cm long. The taste of cucumbers of the “Gunnar” variety is excellent, without bitterness. It has a very high yield of up to 20 kg.
Cucumber "Emelya F1"
The early ripening self-pollinating hybrid “Emelya F1” ripens on the 40th – 45th day after germination. The bushes are tall with medium branching. The ovaries are formed in the form of bunches. Ideal for greenhouses and open ground. Cucumbers up to 15 cm long, rich bright green color. Thin, no more than 4.5 cm in diameter. Weight from 120 to 150 g.
Photos of Emelya cucumbers
The fruits are elongated, cylindrical in shape. Covered with large tubercles. There are also thorns. Productivity from 12 to 16 kg per 1 m2. It is characterized by increased resistance to cold.
On a note!
According to reviews from gardeners, “Emelya” is the best variety of self-pollinating cucumbers for Siberia.
Cucumber variety “Emerald Stream F1”
Ripens early, 45 - 50 days after the first shoots. The bush is tall with weak branching. The peculiarity is frost resistance, which makes cultivation possible in every part of the country.
The bushes are tall. Branching is average. Leaves are light green in color. And the cucumbers have a rich classic color. Up to 25 cm long (sometimes longer), cylindrical in shape. There is tuberosity and a little pubescence.
Weight reaches 200 g. The peel is quite dense, with prickly spines. The taste is sweet, without a hint of bitterness. There are small amounts of seeds inside. In appearance it is similar to “Chinese” varieties and hybrids. Productivity is more than 6 kg per 1 m2. Recommended for fresh consumption.
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Tumi
A high-yielding variety that allows you to get 12-15 kg of cucumbers from one m2 during the period of fruit ripening. Tumi is characterized by high endurance, unpretentious to lighting and regular watering.
The skin of the fruit is dark green, dense and lumpy. An interesting feature of the variety is that when tying the ovaries to a long stake, the crown of the bush can grow to an area of 2-2.5 m2. The ripening period is 45-50 days, the average length of the fruit is 10 cm.
Courage, Sigurd
The most productive varieties of cucumbers, which are the undoubted leaders in sales on Russian agricultural markets. Seedlings are planted at a distance of 1.5-2 m, since the varieties belong to the group of shrubs. Seeds are planted in late spring or summer, the growing season is 40-45 days. During the harvest period, up to 15 kg of cucumbers can be harvested from one bush. Both one and the second variety require a large amount of organic fertilizers, since the powerful and rapid growth of the plant quickly depletes even the most fertile soil.
