Most gardeners in Russia traditionally allocate several beds for planting cucumbers. Every year more productive varieties appear that can surprise demanding consumers. Cucumber Alliance f1 is one of the known species that has two sources of origin. One was the Soviet breeder from Rostov-on-Don Alexey Mashtakov, the second was the Dutch originator. The production of seed material is carried out by the Beyo agricultural company.
General information about the variety
A hybrid variety of cucumbers appeared in Russia a couple of years ago. The new product is recommended for open ground. In the case of cultivation in temperate climate zones, it is possible to use film shelters.Description of external data and general characteristics of the plant:
- Gherkin type variety.
- Hybrid.
- The earliest bee-pollinated species, cucumbers are ready for harvest 50–55 days from planting.
- Powerful root system.
- Medium sized bush.
- Medium climbing variety.
- Great growth potential of the central shoot.
- The number of ovaries per node is 1–3 pieces.
- The pubescence consists of spines.
- The female type of flowering predominates.
- Small foliage is slightly wavy.
- Average percentage of bush branching.
- Reproduction by budding.
- Side shoots are rare.
- The first fruits are formed in the amount of 10 pieces.
- High temperature resistance.
- Good immunity to most viruses and diseases: cucumber mosaic, powdery mildew, olive spot and peronospora.
- Large percentage of yield, up to 19 kilograms per square meter of planting,
- Long fruiting period, until mid or late autumn.
- The percentage of product yield is up to 98%.
- They can withstand transportation without losing commercial quality.
Reviews from vegetable growers indicate better yield indicators in the Central and Central Black Earth regions of the country. Features and technical information about the fruits:
- Cylindrical, elongated shape.
- Length 15–16 centimeters.
- Weight up to 115 grams.
- Average density of pubescence.
- Short neck.
- Small tubercles.
- The skin is green with a small number of longitudinal white stripes.
- Rare pubescence.
- Lasting cucumber aroma.
- High taste qualities.
Ripe fruits are preferable for fresh consumption and are used as a component for salads. Consumer reviews confirm the success of canning Alliance cucumbers.
IMPORTANT! The plant is suitable for canning on an industrial scale.
Recommendations for cultivation
Planting can be done in two ways:
- Seedlings. It is necessary to start cultivation a month before the expected date of planting in the ground. You should first soak the seed and wait until the roots appear. Planting is carried out to a depth of 1–2 centimeters, in pre-moistened soil. It is necessary to maintain temperature conditions and water in a timely manner. Planting of seedlings is carried out only if the soil warms up to 10 degrees.
- The seedless method. The plant is planted only if the soil warms up to 14 degrees and there are no night frosts. The recommended planting depth is three centimeters, the distance between holes is at least five centimeters.
With any of the chosen planting methods, you need to pay attention to the location of the bed. It should be located on a hill or level area and have good lighting. Preference should be given to the area between tall plants. Further care of cucumbers requires compliance with simple rules of agricultural technology. The plant requires feeding with complex mineral fertilizers, watering and occasional removal of weeds.
Reviews from gardeners
I recently discovered Alliance cucumbers. The plant bears fruit in hot summer conditions and is not capricious. The fruits are crispy, small in size and without bitterness. I recommend!
Anna Wagner, 43 years old
I recommend Alliance cucumbers to residents of the North-West region. The plant is stress-resistant and does not require close attention. The fruits weigh 100 grams and are juicy. The family likes to eat them fresh. For the winter we wrap 5-10 cans.
Arseny Karlov, 34 years old
