Quadrille cucumber is a hybrid characterized by good yield. The main shoot of the bush can have from 7 to 10 bouquets with ovaries. The culture is not afraid of cold weather, thanks to its good immune system and the strength of the fruit. Adapted for transportation.
Immunity protects the plant not only from cold at unfavorable environmental temperatures. The vegetable is not afraid of diseases. Resistant to cucumber mosaic. Practically does not suffer from root rot, olive spot and downy mildew. Suitable for collecting pickles and gherkins.
Planting in the soil
Growing the crop is practically no different from other cucumber varieties. Quadrili seeds are planted in the ground to obtain strong seedlings for further cultivation and harvesting. Grows in beds and greenhouses. Unlike other varieties, cucumber tolerates prolonged cold and continues to bear fruit gradually.
Planted in open ground at the end of May or early June. At this time, the soil is well warmed up by the sun in depth. The temperature reaches almost 25 degrees. After sowing, cucumber fruits become ripe in 1.5–2 months.
Quadrili is planted for seedlings at the end of April. The vines of a mature crop are not too long, but it is recommended to tie them to a support. Choose a vertical position. This method makes caring for bushes and harvesting easier.
About care and proximity to other cultures
Quadrille f1 blooms profusely; one bush can have a large number of female flowers at the same time. As the fruits ripen, the bushes need care. Filled cucumbers, if they appear, may not grow to the desired size and fall off. Yellowing of the fruits indicates that they need organic matter. It is very important to form the bush correctly at the growth stage.
Regardless of where the cucumbers will be planted - a greenhouse or a garden bed, you need to take care of the surroundings. Dill can have a positive effect on cucumbers, improving their taste and aroma. Suitable neighbors are:
- greens - dill, parsley, lettuce;
- beet;
- garlic and onion;
- cabbage;
- radish.
The bush is covered with green leaves, the foliage is medium. The fruits are rich in color and medium in size. The stem is strong, cucumber root system It is powerful and absorbs nutrients from the soil well.So that cucumbers do not need vitamins and minerals, they feed regularly. Reviews from gardeners say that you should not get carried away with this procedure so as not to harm the bushes.
Advantages of the variety
Quadrille f1 cucumbers are the choice of many gardeners. It is easy to work with, even if a person has never grown vegetables before. Cucumbers will appeal to lovers of small fruits. They look great in a jar with other vegetables, creating a bright assortment. Cucumbers have the following advantages:
- From one bush per season you can collect from 5 to 8 kg of fruit. Green cucumbers can be harvested when they are small or you can wait for them to grow.
- The height of the plant is average.
- The foliage is small. At the same time, the leaves cover the greens from direct sunlight, but do not interfere with harvesting.
- After the first gherkins appear, they become small in size. At maturity they reach 10 to 13 cm in length. Weight does not go beyond 95–100 g.
- The fruits are covered with small tubercles and have white pubescence.
- The flesh is elastic to the touch, there are no voids inside. The seeds are small and almost invisible while chewing.
Cucumber is a hybrid and therefore has good resistance to diseases of viral or fungal origin. At the request of the gardener, the bush can be treated with preventive solutions against pests. The description of Quadrille cucumbers contains information about care. The beds are removed from weeds, and the bushes are watered in time with warm water.
Elastic greens are suitable for fresh consumption. Can be a good addition to a snack. Included in fresh vegetable salads with the addition of other products. Suitable for canning and pickling in whole form.Cucumbers have a light, summery and aromatic taste that will appeal to all family members and customers. Quadrille is a favorite vegetable sold in markets.
