Hybrid types of crops are gaining more and more attention among summer residents. The Shchedrik cucumber is no exception; thanks to its ability to self-pollinate, it is indispensable for greenhouses.
What is the variety
The characteristics that these cucumbers possess are a priority when choosing for cultivation.
Plant:
- Disease-resistant.
- Cucumbers do not require pollination.
- It doesn't float much.
- The female type of flower predominates.
- At one node, 2–3 cucumber ovaries are formed.
Fruit:
- Shape: cylindrical.
- Length: 10–12 cm.
- Fruit surface: lumpy, crowned with white spines.
- Taste: no bitterness.
- Density: excellent.
- Peel: tender and aromatic.
- Transportability: excellent, without loss of presentation.
- Shelf life: long time.
Planting and care
Shchedrik f1 cucumbers are grown in greenhouses and open ground. Seeds are planted in the last ten days of May.
Conditions for obtaining maximum cucumber yield:
- The soil is prepared in advance, adding fertilizers in the fall.
- Immediately before planting cucumbers, organic matter and manure are added to the holes.
- The soil must be warmed to at least 16 ⁰C. This will increase seed germination.
- The distance between seeds is 10 cm, and the row spacing is 60 cm when grown in rows, and 50 * 70 when grown in a nesting method.
If the seedling method is used, then cucumber seeds are sown 25–30 days before planting in a permanent place. Before transferring to open ground, hardening of the plant is required. It is advisable to take the seedlings outside for 10 days. Starting with 20 minutes of exposure to the open air, gradually increasing to the whole day.
Proper compliance with all requirements leads to an increase in the percentage of the harvest.
- The water for irrigation is taken warm, the process itself is carried out in the evening.
- Fertilizing alternates, using organic and mineral fertilizers.
- It is best to tie cucumbers to supports; this will ensure uniform ripening and better ventilation.
- Loosening and weeding of cucumbers is carried out to prevent the occurrence of disease. It is also recommended to treat with fungicides at least twice.
Disease susceptibility
Cucumbers are immune to the following diseases:
- Powdery mildew.
- Olive spot.
- Root rot.
- VTM.
Harvest volume and application
According to the description, with proper agricultural technology, 1 plant can produce 5.5–7 kg of fruit. Heat has a negative effect on cucumbers; high temperatures promote the development of a large number of male flowers. As a result, productivity decreases. This can be avoided; you just need to ventilate the greenhouse in a timely manner.
Cucumbers are used for pickling and fresh consumption. According to numerous reviews from gardeners, the fruits are good in any form.
The opinion of summer residents regarding Shchedrik cucumbers
Thanks to the comments of experienced vegetable growers, you can find many useful tips and recommendations for growing cucumbers. The reviews contain the necessary information that will help the novice gardener not to make mistakes during planting and care.
- Valentina Mikhailovna. The seeds were recommended to her by a salesperson in a store. I was very pleased with the choice. The cucumbers produced a record harvest, about 100 pieces. from a plant. Excellent for canning. In fresh form there are no complaints either. Resistant to diseases. The variety has become a favorite.
- Svetlana. I’ve known the Gavrish company for a long time, I saw a new variety of cucumbers and decided to try it. I didn’t like the incomprehensible bitterness of the pickled cucumbers. And everything is great when fresh. I decided to try again, if it happens again, I won’t grow it again.
Proper care of any plant, including cucumbers, will certainly give positive results. “Shchedrik” pleases all those who are patient with a rich harvest.
