The variety is today on the list of the Russian state register. According to the instructions, the type is intended for growing in shelters. In open ground it shows good survival and high yields when grown in warm climates, without the risk of serious temperature changes. The variety is widely used in private farms in Russian regions, Ukraine and Moldova. Seeds are sold in small paper bags. The main manufacturer is the American company Lark Seeds. Planting material is distributed through a network of specialized agricultural stores.
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The Carolina cucumber is a representative of the early ripening cucumber type. The first harvest can be harvested 45 days after planting.The plant belongs to parthenocarpic hybrids. The main advantage of the variety is considered to be the stability of high yields. Vegetables are capable of long-term storage and tolerate difficult transportation conditions well.
A distinctive feature of cucumbers is the formation of a powerful root system, thanks to which the shoots are provided with a sufficient amount of nutrients. Reviews from gardeners speak of strong, powerful bushes with a large number of ovaries, which subsequently form powerful, not vigorous shoots with a large number of fruits. The leaves have no specific features. The leaf blades are characterized by medium size and green color.
The plant is not characterized by excessive weaving of shoots, which makes caring for the plant much easier.
Yield issues
The plant has good vegetable production. The inflorescences are of the female species. The ovaries are characterized by a bunch-like formation and 3 flowers are formed in one node.
The vegetables resemble gherkins in appearance. Due to its small size and taste, the Carolina variety is considered one of the most suitable for canning. Fruit characteristics:
- have a rich dark green color;
- there are small tubercles on the surface;
- the peel is characterized by a small white edge;
- the structure of the vegetable pulp is characterized by medium density;
- not prone to overgrowth;
- The width to length ratio averages 3.2:1.
Cucumbers are not characterized by deformation and transformation into barrel-shaped fruits at the time of ripening. Even overripe and late-picked fruits do not acquire a bitter taste. Cucumbers have a distinct taste and smell, making them ideal for salads.The small size of the fruit makes the variety suitable for use as a material for preservation.
Fruit characteristics:
- the average weight of one cucumber is 95 grams;
- length varies from 12 to 14 cm;
- in cross section the size reaches from 3.5 to 4 cm.
The description of the Carolina f1 cucumber suggests that with proper care the plant is characterized by high yields and from 1 m2 remove 12.6 kg. When grown in soil, the yield of vegetables by plants is slightly less.
Features of cultivation
The agricultural technology for growing cucumbers is standard and has no specific nuances. Planting time is determined individually, depending on the climatic characteristics of the region and the desired time of harvest. The planting time recommended by the manufacturer is defined as April-July. For earlier harvesting, seedling cultivation is allowed. Fruiting continues until autumn.
In regions with difficult climatic conditions, planting in film structures is recommended. Planting of planting material is carried out after the threat of frost has completely passed. The depth of sowing seeds should not exceed 3 or 4 cm. Planting is carried out according to the 50x30 cm pattern. Frequent planting of bushes will lead to a decrease in yield, since in this case powerful shoots will lack fresh air and light, and the problem of ventilation is fraught with the appearance of various diseases of cucumbers .
The variety is resistant to most varieties of cucumber diseases:
- peronospora;
- powdery mildew;
- viral mosaic.
Care involves ensuring regular watering and weeding.The variety has the advantage of being stress-resistant to difficult conditions, including insufficient watering. Garden crops require periodic fertilizing with mineral complexes.
