Descriptions of varieties of long cucumbers
For a long time, gardeners were dismissive of long varieties of cucumbers, but over time, the variety found its admirers.
Descriptions of varieties of long cucumbers
Characteristics of cucumbers
Long cucumbers are characterized by a more watery texture. They have a thin, smooth skin. The taste does not contain bitterness, therefore the vegetable is suitable for use in salads and fresh. The length of cucumbers is much longer than that typical for standard species (from 20 cm), therefore, they are inconvenient for conservation.
All long-fruited cucumbers are characterized by high yields and early ripening. The growing season does not exceed 50 days. Pollination can be carried out by the plant alone or with the help of bees.
Growing
To grow long cucumbers, it is important to germinate the seeds in advance to improve the germination and development of the plant.
Supports must be created for the bush so that the plant does not lose its structure and does not break under the weight of the fruit.
Chinese serpent
The Chinese snake quickly gained popularity. Its main feature is undemanding care. According to the description, the length of the cucumber reaches 85 cm. It has a sinuous shape, hence the name "snakes". The skin of the fruit is thin but firm.
The taste is full-bodied, with slight notes of sweetness. The bitterness is completely absent. The height of the bush is 4 m. It is also characterized by a minimum number of shoots on the sides, which allows you to plant seedlings in close proximity to each other.
Growing and care
Growing is possible even in shaded areas. Due to their resistance to temperature extremes, the bushes are able to bear fruit before the onset of winter frosts. Planting in open ground should be carried out in the early days of May, but seeds for seedlings should be planted in April.
Caring for this variety is simple and consists in proper watering, loosening the soil and fertilizing with minerals (phosphorus or potassium). It is really possible to refrain from nitrogen, because the growth of the bush and the fruit is already quite large. The plant has high rates of resistance to common diseases and parasites.
Shanghai fellow
Best eaten raw
The name of the cucumber was given by the city of breeding the variety. The Shanghai fellow ripens quickly and belongs to the self-pollinated species. The flowering type is female.
The variety is suitable for growing both in open ground and in greenhouses. The growing season lasts 50 days.
The cucumber is called a good fellow because of its unique appearance characteristics. Cucumbers grow to a length of 46 cm. On the surface of the fruit there are small tubercles, covered with a white bloom, despite this, the peel is rather thin. The inside of the cucumbers is filled with a special chamber that contains the seeds.
Among the advantages of the variety, it is noted that the fruit is subject to long-term storage and transportation, which is facilitated by the density of the peel, which protects it from early lethargy or rot.
Growing
Planting in open ground is possible both with the help of seedlings and with the help of seed material. The care is standard, it includes watering, weeding and feeding with phosphorus or potassium substances. The variety is resistant to a number of diseases such as powdery mildew and late blight.
Snake cucumber
The name of the variety was given by the shape of the fruit.
Fruit length - 81 cm, weight reaches 250 g. The color of the cucumber is dark green. The stem reaches 3 m in height. Moderate leafiness.
Growing
First of all, it is important to plant seeds for seedlings. For these purposes, special containers are used.
- Planting depth does not exceed 3 cm.
- Seeds will grow well only if the soil is warmed up to a temperature of 26 ° C.
- As soon as the seedlings are 30 days old, they can be transplanted into open ground.
- A distance of 50 cm should be adhered to between the rows, and 60 cm between the holes.
The plant is watered every 7 days. It is better to use drip irrigation, because it injures the plant itself less. Top dressing should be carried out not only with organic matter in the form of humus or droppings. It is important to use minerals that are high in potassium and phosphorus. They improve the taste and appearance of the fruit. The feeding interval is 10 days. The high characteristics of the immune system are described, which protects the bush from false spot, powdery mildew or root rot.
Conclusion
Long vegetables are not versatile in use, but modern gardeners are trying to grow them on their plots. Thanks to their good yields and excellent taste, these species have gained the main positions in the hearts of most farmers. If you make an effort to grow and care, a long variety of cucumbers will reward you with an excellent harvest.