Cucumbers annually take pride of place in gardeners' beds. According to statistics, the plant ranks first in terms of planting area in the summer cottages of Russian gardeners. Breeders regularly replenish cucumber seed material, creating resistant and productive varieties for a wide variety of climatic conditions. The Bidretta f1 cucumber was the fruit of the work of the Moscow agricultural company Aelita-agro. The positive qualities of the hybrid made it popular outside its native land.
General information about the plant
The plant is intended for growing in open ground. Meet him in different regions of Russia. Positive reviews about Bidretta f1 cucumbers are also found among Moldovan and Ukrainian vegetable growers.Characteristics and description of the external features of the plant:
- Hybrid.
- Ultra-early ripening, the fruits are harvested in 25–30 days.
- High yield, up to 4.5 kilograms per square meter of planting.
- Medium climbing.
- Medium height.
- Unpretentious.
- Bundle ovary.
- Female type of flowering.
- Bee pollinated.
- Disease resistant.
- Resistant immunity to powdery mildew and olive spot.
- High percentage of cucumbers of commercial quality.
- Good preservation and transportability.
ATTENTION! Shows better yield when cultivated in medium-carbon, breathable soils.
If there is a threat of night frosts, it is recommended to cover the seedlings with film. External distinctive features and technical data of the fruit:
- Length 14–18 centimeters.
- Green color.
- Tuberous surface.
- Regular, cylindrical shape.
- Weight does not exceed 120 grams.
- Crispy flesh without bitterness.
- Persistent cucumber scent.
- There is no pubescence.
When ripe, the fruits have a universal purpose. They are used for salting, pickling, and fresh consumption.
Tips for cultivating cucumber
For cucumbers, two planting methods are allowed - seedlings and non-seedlings. The first option is considered preferable and recommended by the originator. To obtain healthy seedlings you need:
- Selection of capacity. For each bush you should choose a separate peat pot or a regular cup for fermented milk products.
- Fill the containers with light soil. You can purchase soil at the store or prepare it yourself. When preparing the land yourself, it is necessary to carry out disinfection.
- Place the seed material, 2–3 seeds, to a depth of 1–1.5 centimeters.
- Before sowing, pre-moisten the soil.
- Maintaining a temperature of 21 degrees.
- If necessary, organize an additional light source.
- Hardening 10 days before planting in open ground.
- Watering 5 days after germination.
When planting seedlings in the ground, no more than three sprouts should be placed per square meter of land. Subsequent care of the plant consists of watering, fertilizing, and removing weeds. It must be done every 2–3 days.
Gardeners' opinion
Good day! I have been successfully cultivating Bidretta cucumbers on my plot for several years now. The plant is unpretentious, there were no difficulties. A novice gardener can handle growing cucumbers. The cucumber likes abundant watering and responds well to feeding. The plant is hardy and tolerates bad weather conditions. The fruits are crispy and the pulp is tasty. I recommend!
Marianna Petrunina, 45 years old
Good afternoon! I have been cultivating Bidretta cucumbers for five seasons. The variety is suitable for growing in open ground and is stress-resistant. The harvest can be harvested within 40–50 days from planting. Fruits appear earlier if you use the seedling planting method. The plant is not fussy to grow. Requires compliance with simple rules of agricultural technology. It is important to harvest on time, otherwise the cucumbers will overgrow. Ripe fruits have a good taste, crispy, without bitterness. Suitable for preparing preparations for the winter. When fresh, it is a good ingredient for salad. I didn’t find any cons for myself. I recommend it to everyone!
Anastasia Merinova, 63 years old