In the modern world there are still quite a large number of different varieties of cucumbers. Each gardener or farmer chooses for himself exactly the option that suits him in all respects. Sometimes you have to try dozens of species to determine the only one that will be planted every year. The Kumanek f1 cucumber variety belongs to the category of the best species that exists in the world.
- Variety characteristic
- Description of the plant
- Description of the fruit
- Advantages and disadvantages
- Growing rules
- Care <
- Diseases and pests
- Conclusion
Features and description of the variety cucumbers Kumanek
Characteristic of the variety
Kumanek f1 was bred by Russian breeders at the end of the 20th century. Go percussion register of the Russian Federation.
It is believed that it is ideal for cultivation only in the southern and central parts of the country. This separation is due to the characteristics of pollination. It will be discussed below.
Description of the plant
Hybrid Kumanek f1 belongs to the category of plants that need pollination by bees. For this reason, experts recommend planting it in warm regions of the country and only in open areas. Quite often, farmers grow various flowers near cucumbers to attract more insects.
The bush is characterized by an average height of growth. Its height does not exceed the mark of 170 cm.Branches on the bushes are represented in large numbers, so they can be intertwined. The leaves have dark shades of green, with a slight roughness on the surface. The ovaries are formed in bundles, which allows several fruits to form in one bundle.
Description of the fetus
The description indicates that the shape of the fetus is presented in the form of a cylinder. The length of an individual ripened cucumber reaches 15 cm. The weight does not exceed the 100 g mark. On the surface of the peel, which has a dark green tint, there is a small number of tubercles. White areas are observed on them. White streaks are also possible, reaching the middle of the fruit.
Cucumbers of this variety have a pleasant sweet taste, without bitterness. The pulp is quite dense, without voids. Crispy characteristics are present, which further attracts others. This hybrid variety is universal in use. It can be used fresh or as a preservation. Moreover, in canned form, its taste is manifested much better.
Advantages and disadvantages
The positive parameters of the variety include the following parameters:
- a strong immune system against powdery mildew;
- versatility in use;
- lack of bitterness in the pulp;
- well tolerates the formation of a bush;
- good external characteristics.
The disadvantage is the fact that cucumbers lose their original appearance during prolonged storage. For this reason, the shelf life should not exceed 7 days.
Growing rules
First of all, you need to take care of the seed treatment. Typically, seeds are treated with growth stimulants and disinfectants. Also, the company that accepts the order for the purchase of seeds recommends hardening the seeds, because this will allow them to form strong stems.
The plant needs sunlight
Before planting in open soil, the seeds should be germinated. To do this, they will be placed in a damp rag and left for several days. Literally after 3-4 days, you can begin to land. It is important to note that if you find ungrown seeds, then in the future it is better not to use them.
Planting should be done at a time when the soil warms up well after the winter season. Ideally, if its temperature is not lower than 16 ° C. It is important to select those areas of the soil that are exposed to a large amount of sunlight. This will speed up the process of seedlings and the formation of the bush itself. Landing is carried out according to the following principle. Firstly, between the rows should keep a distance of 60-70 cm. Between the holes it should be at least 50 cm. The depth of planting seeds or seedlings is at least 2 cm.
Care
Watering is carried out in the evening. This is done so that the incoming moisture remains in the root system and is not evaporated by the sun. It should also be noted that watering should be carried out exclusively at room temperature. This variety even accepts watering the surface.
So that bees and other pollinated insects fly faster to cucumbers, a small number of flowering plants should be planted near them. The hybrid will be able to withstand all temperature changes only if the soil is saturated with nutrients. For this reason, timely top dressing is very important. It is ideal to use organic matter alternately with mineral fertilizers. As organics, humus or wood ash is used. But minerals should include potassium and nitrogen compounds.
We should not forget about regular weeding of beds, loosening of the soil and removal of weeds. All these actions will help to ensure that the plant receives a large amount of moisture, nutrients and sunlight.
Diseases and pests
Despite the fact that this variety is excellent copes with the invasion of powdery mildew, it can be affected by diseases such as spotting or cucumber mosaic. Therefore, experts recommend the use of drugs such as Tabu, Arax or Fofatox.These substances will help to cope not only with infections, but also with parasites.
It is also recommended to use substances that contain a high concentration of copper. This will protect the plant from whiteflies or aphids. Some farmers use aloe or manganese. Such prophylactic methods perfectly help to get the desired result.
Conclusion
This variety has not only pleasant taste, but also high yields. The characteristic and description of the species suggests that it can survive a long drought, so this is an excellent option for summer residents who cannot visit their sites every few days. This type of watering is enough once a week.
