Cucumber Sister Alyonushka: characteristics and description of the variety, yield with photo

According to the results of statistical studies, cucumbers have been occupying leading positions in terms of sowing area among Russian gardeners for several years now. The demand for the plant is associated with its versatility in use, unpretentiousness in care and productivity. Every year, the seed material is replenished with new varieties available for cultivation in the most difficult weather conditions. Cucumber Sister Alyonushka has become one of the developments of the large seed producer Aelita Agro. The works of Russian breeders have become in demand not only among Russian gardeners, but also among Ukrainian and Moldovan colleagues.

General information about the plant

For Alyonushka cucumbers, conditions of protected film or greenhouse soil are acceptable. Under the condition of a suitable climate, the plant shows no less yield in open ground. External characteristics of the plant and technical data of the cucumber:

• hybrid;
• indeterminate;
• medium branched;
• bee pollinated;
• mid-ripening, cucumbers are ready for harvest in 70-74 days from planting;
• medium height type stretch;
• medium sized leaves;
• bundle ovary;
• branchy bush;
• well growing side shoots;
• flowering female type;
• high yield, up to 204 centners of cucumbers are obtained from one hectare of land;
• high commercial qualities;
• disease resistant;
• salad and canning;
• good indicator of transportability;
• high security;
• simultaneous yield;
• high percentage of marketable fruit.

Cucumber Sister Alyonushka f1 entered the lists of the State Register. The variety has been successfully released in several regions of Russia, subject to film cultivation conditions:

• Central.
• Central Black Earth.

IMPORTANT! The yield of marketable cucumbers was 84-95%.

Description of external data and distinctive features of fruits:

• short green, length up to 7.5 centimeters;
• oval, cylindrical shape;
• white spikes;
• coarse surface;
• up to four centimeters in cross section;
• green color with short stripes of a lighter color;
• average density;
• weight does not exceed 98 grams;
• positive taste;
• no bitter taste;
• tender, juicy flesh;
• no cavities;
• persistent cucumber flavor.

Cucumber variety belongs to the universal type of use. The plant is used for s alting, spinning, pickling. Fresh cucumber is an independent snack, an ingredient for salads.

Growing recommendations

There are two main ways to plant cucumbers:

• Seedlings. The best way to achieve a high yield is to grow seedlings in a greenhouse. The beginning of the preparatory work falls on the end of February or the beginning of March. The first step before planting is to inspect the seed. It should be treated in disinfecting solutions and hardened. As a container, plastic cups, containers left after sour cream or yogurt are suitable. In the future, you can plant the plant directly in the container. The soil for sowing can be purchased ready-made or made independently. The seed planting depth is 1-2 cm.

Gardener should ensure the proper temperature in the room, from 25 to 27 degrees, subject to moderate lighting. Plant care activities include daily watering with warm water and loosening the soil after sprouts appear.

• Seedless method. The first step, as with the seedling method, should be the selection and processing of seeds. An important factor is the temperature of the soil and the environment. The earth should warm up to plus 15 degrees. Seed material is placed at a depth of 3-4 centimeters in the soil. Until the moment of germination, the plant is covered with a film to protect it from frost.

Special attention is paid to the choice of location. It must be located on an elevated or level piece of land. The site should not be dry and receive enough sunlight. Beans, common onions, potatoes or tomatoes can precede the sowing of cucumbers.

The originator recommends following the planting pattern of 50 x 30 centimeters. Subsequent measures for the care of cucumbers consist of timely watering and the application of complex mineral fertilizers, weeding and loosening the soil.If necessary, the cucumber variety should be treated with insecticides. The procedure is carried out well in advance of the harvest of cucumbers.

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