The hybrid cucumber variety Kibriya F1 was the result of the experiments of Dutch breeders. The description indicates that the plant belongs to the indeterminate type; its height reaches 1.5 meters. The variety is distinguished by its ultra-early ripening. The first cucumbers can be harvested after 1 month, since 35-45 days pass from the moment of sowing the seeds to the harvesting of the first fruit. The high yield of the variety is due to the excellent setting of the plant.
The plant is distinguished by a strong trunk and slight development of side shoots. The main place of fruiting is the main stem. The cucumber leaves are medium sized and bright green in color. One leaf axil can contain from 2 to 5 cucumbers.The variety belongs to the parthenocarpic species, that is, it does not require pollination.
Advantages and disadvantages
The hybrid is practically free of disadvantages. The only significant disadvantage of the variety is the high cost of planting material. This may be a hindrance for commercial growing, but is not considered a major drawback for most gardeners. The variety has many advantages, the number of which significantly outweighs the disadvantages.
The benefits of cucumber are:
- excellent taste quality;
- ease of care, since there are practically no stepsons formed;
- aesthetic appearance;
- good yield;
- strong immunity;
- versatility in use.
The cucumber variety is suitable for fresh consumption and can be used for winter preparations.
Fruits and yield
Cucumber fruits are short, smooth, oval-shaped with small tubercles. Fruit characteristics:
- the ratio of diameter to length of the fruit is 1:3.2;
- weight does not exceed 70-90 grams;
- the dark green skin has small stripes of a light shade;
- There are small white spikes on the surface that do not prick at all.
Reviews from gardeners speak of the juiciness of the cucumber pulp, the absence of bitterness and voids. The quality of cucumbers is maintained even after a long period of fruiting. After 2 months from the moment of harvesting the first harvest, Kibriya cucumbers remain just as tasty and crunchy. The fruits survive storage and transportation difficulties well.
Cucumber Kibria F1 is considered one of the most productive types of hybrids. If the rules of cultivation and care are followed, the yield of the variety reaches 19.3 kg per square meter. The fruits must be collected daily.When harvesting with a skip and overgrowing the fruits, the total harvest volume can be reduced by 20%. If the brushes are overloaded with vegetables, unsightly ovaries will form. The optimal size for harvesting is considered to be a cucumber size of 10 to 11 cm.
Features of cultivation
Kibria F1 is considered a universal type of cucumber crop, as it can be grown in a greenhouse and open ground. The variety can be used for all-season cultivation in closed ground, therefore today it is widely used by farmers and agrotechnical complexes. The plant thrives in small greenhouses and can be grown in open beds.
Experienced gardeners recommend using the seedling method of growing the variety. Planting material undergoes pre-sowing treatment during packaging by the manufacturer, so no preliminary preparation of seeds for planting is required. A soil with a pH value of 6 is considered optimal.
For growing, a vertical method using a net or trellis is recommended. It is recommended to adhere to a planting density of no more than 3 plants per 1 m2. The hybrid has excellent vitality and is characterized by a rapid growth rate, but this requires regular feeding. The recommended temperature for growing in a greenhouse is considered to be from 22 to 26C0.
The plant is unpretentious in care and recovers well from stress, withstands high humidity and low temperatures well. In extreme heat and insufficient watering, the leaves and ovaries dry out and fall off. The plant has excellent resistance to traditional cucumber diseases, but is susceptible to root rot. It is resistant to the following diseases:
- powdery mildew;
- cladosporiosis;
- olive spot;
- common mosaic virus.
The plant needs to be provided with regular watering and periodic feeding with vitamins and minerals.
