Characteristics of cucumber Fast and Furious
As soon as farmers are about to plant cucumbers in their garden, they prefer to use hybrid seeds that have an early ripening time. Cucumber Forsage f1 belongs to such crops. It has not only early ripening, but also high indicators of taste and quality of the fruit.
Characteristics of cucumber Fast and Furious
Variety characteristic
Fast and Furious F1 was brought out by breeders of the Russian Federation in 2004. Literally 3 years later, this type of cucumber was included in the national register of Russia. The breeders have made sure that this variety shows high resistance to diseases and pests.
Forsage f1 is ideal for growing in all regions of the country. Regardless of climatic conditions and soil parameters, the yield is always at a high level.
This variety is an early ripe hybrid. Its growing season is about 40 days. For this reason, it can be grown not only in greenhouses, but also in open areas. This type of cucumber can self-pollinate, so it does not need the help of bees or other insects. Farmers can harvest as long as the cucumbers are forming and ripening. The entire growing season allows harvesting. This year's seeds are not intended to be planted next year. The Forsage f1 variety is highly resistant to diseases and pests. It has high immunity rates.
Description of the plant
Several cucumbers can form in one ovary. The leaves are predominantly dark green in color. But, in some parts of the leaf, a light green color is observed. The height of the bush can reach 2 m. This variety is marked by an open type of flowering, mainly female.
Description of the fetus
Cucumbers Fast and Furious f1 have the shape of a cylinder. Small pimples are formed on their surface, which are evenly distributed over the entire surface. The characteristic of their color is predominantly white. The length of one fruit can reach 14 cm.But their weight reaches 150 g.
This type of cucumber is noted for high yield rates. If they were planted in open ground, then the yield from 1m2 is 12-15 kg. If they were planted in a greenhouse, then the yield is about 17 kg.
It is a versatile variety that is used in all activities of a person's life. It can be eaten raw or prepared in salads. Also, it is perfectly subject to canning and salting. But gherkins are crispy.
Advantages and disadvantages
The fruits can be consumed in any form
If you ask for help in describing this type, then you can highlight the following positive qualities of the Fast and the Furious:
- high palatability of the fruit;
- versatility of application;
- resistance to various viruses and fungal infections;
- early maturity;
- high yield characteristic.
The disadvantages include those facts that lie in the exactingness of the soil and proper feeding.
How to plant correctly
The description of the variety suggests that the time and method of planting depends on where the plant is planted. If you are going to grow a plant in a greenhouse, then you should do this in early March. The seeds are placed to a depth of 3 cm. There should be a separate container for each seed. Water the seeds with warm water immediately after planting. A distance of 40-50 cm must be observed between containers.
Planting in open ground is carried out only in the early days of May, because already warmed soil is needed for the root system of this species. During planting, attention should be paid to ensure that the root system is not disturbed. Otherwise, the plant will not be able to develop properly and the yield may approach zero. In advance, the soil must be cleared of weeds, and the soil must be slightly signed with fertilizers. It is best to use minerals with a high phosphorus content. Watering should be moderate.
When planting cucumbers in open ground, the distance between bushes and rows should be taken into account. Between the holes, it should be 40-45 cm. Thanks to this, the bushes will not be able to get confused with each other and fertility will only increase. But the distance between the rows should be at least 60 cm. This is done for the convenience of harvesting and caring for the plant.
How to properly care
Leaving consists of several stages. The soil should be thoroughly loosened and a large amount of mineral and organic fertilizers should be applied to it. It is possible to carry out both root feeding and foliar feeding. The first is to apply fertilizer to the root system for its proper development. The second top dressing is applied to the soil surface so that the stem of the bush absorbs all the nutrients.
It should be remembered about watering. It should be carried out only in the evening and immediately after loosening the soil. This is done so that water penetrates into the soil and soaks into the root system. This will speed up the process of growth and ripening of the fruit. Evening time is perfect for watering, because the sun will not be able to dry out the soil and take all the moisture.
Prophylaxis
The breeders who bred this variety made sure that it has resistance to the most common diseases. No type of mosaic affects the Fast and the Furious cucumber. It perfectly tolerates all changes in the temperature background, so it feels great in various climatic conditions. Also, it is not exposed to insects and ground pests. But, correct prevention will only enhance the safety of this plant.
- You should pay attention to the type of soil. If it contains a large amount of acid, then all fertilizers and chemical stimulants of the immune system must contain a large amount of lime or phosphorus. They neutralize negative factors and only enhance the cucumber's resistance to environmental factors.
- Spraying with chemicals should be done a few days before heavy watering. This will allow all poisons to penetrate deeper into the stem structure.
Conclusion
Fast and Furious is a unique type of cucumber that is ideal for those who are just starting to farm. After all, he does not require special care for himself and still gives high yields.