Cucumber Red mullet f1: description and characteristics of the variety, cultivation and yield with photo

Cucumber Red mullet f1 is distinguished by its youth. The variety is not 10 years old. It compares favorably with the fact that it does not require bees or bumblebees for pollination. The ovaries are formed according to the beam principle. Recognized by breeders as suitable for cultivation throughout the country, even in the northern regions. Can be grown both in greenhouses and outdoors. The hybrid is early - the fruits will be on average 46 days after germination.

Description of the plant

The hybrid variety Red mullet f1 was bred by breeders of the domestic agricultural company Gavrish. The variety was named so because of the fish of the same name, which the mature variety looks like. The variety was officially included in the State Register in 2007.

Characteristics of the bush

Parthenocarpic plant - pollination by insects is not required. Flowers are mostly female. Suitable for cultivation in open and closed ground.

Description of variety, bush:

• Has a strong branching.
• Medium plant.
• The number of ovaries ranges from 3 to 12.
• Many ovaries are formed near the main stem.
• Medium size leaves.
• The color of the leaves is bright green.

Fetal description

The length of the fruit ranges from 10-12 centimeters. Interesting note about colors. The skin has a rich green color, however, the color is lighter towards the top of the fruit. Also on the surface there are white stripes, small.

Fetal characteristics:

• Correct cylindrical shape.
• One-dimensional cucumbers.
• The presence of a certain number of white spikes.
• Large bumps on the body.
• Medium pubescence.
• Short neck.
• Weight 90-100 grams.
• Juicy taste, no bitterness.

Yield indicators

Cucumber Red mullet has a high yield. One bush gives 6-7 kilograms of cucumber. As a result, up to 15 kilograms of cucumber can be removed from 1 square meter per season.

It is worth noting the disease resistance of planting:

• Powdery mildew.
• Peronospore.
• Kladosporiozu.

Disease resistance is the basis for a good harvest.

Positive aspects of the variety

Growing Benefits:

• High germination rate.
• Early ripening.
• Good tasting.
• Harvesting lasts up to 2 months.
• Fruits are small.

Reviews of experienced farmers about the variety are positive.

Universal qualities of fruits

The advantage of the red mullet fruits is the versatility of their application. They can be used for the following purposes:

• Marinating.
• Preservation.
• For fresh use.
• For salads.

In this regard, the following dates are distinguished when you can collect Red mullet cucumbers:

1. 3 to 5 days: small size for pickling.
2. 7-9 days: medium size suitable for canning and fresh consumption.
3. 9-15 days: maximum fruit size for preserves and salads.

Growing Tips

Effective cultivation of the red mullet f1 variety is in the seedling method. Work should begin in mid-April. Actions are as follows:

• Germination at +20 degrees.
• After mass shoots, the first watering with warm water, plentiful.
• Seedlings should grow with good lighting.
• Optimal temperature for seedling growth: +19 during the day and at least +15 at night.
• 2 weeks after germination, seedlings should be fertilized.
• 10 days before planting, the growing temperature should be reduced by 3-5 degrees.
• The end of May - the beginning of June, this is the period of planting seedlings. The main sign is the presence of 3-4 leaves on sprouts.

Care is not labor-intensive, and the yield of the Red mullet cucumber variety is high.

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