Characteristics of the Grasshopper cucumber variety
The Grasshopper cucumber variety is of interest to many site owners.
Characteristics of Grasshopper cucumbers
Characteristic
Grasshopper is an early ripe variety of cucumbers bred by Mytishchi breeders.
The first fruits of the hybrid are harvested 38-39 days after germination.
The bush is parthenocarpic - does not require bee pollination. The plant is planted in May-June in greenhouses and in open areas of the ground (depending on the climate).
The variety has a high yield: from 1 sq. m harvested up to 14 kg of cucumbers. The bush bears fruit until autumn frosts.
Description of the bush
The plant is of an identity type, has only female flowers, forms a strong creeping stem, reaching 1.5-2 m in length. There are few side branches. The leaves are dark green, divided into 5 segments, with a small downy. In the nodes, from 2 to 6 ovaries are formed. Pouring cucumbers in a bunch is consistent.
Description of the fetus
The vegetables are cylindrical in shape, bright green in color, with white stripes, and have a ribbed surface. The tubercles are small, dense, the thorns are also white. Frequent pubescence. The length of the fruit is up to 15 cm, the diameter is up to 3.5 cm.The mass of cucumbers is 90-110 g.
The crop is harvested at intervals of 1-2 days, when the cucumbers reach a size of 7 cm. If the harvest is not timely, cavities form inside the vegetables, the contents dry out.
The cucumbers are separated from the stalk with scissors.
There is no bitterness in the fruit - the F1 Grasshopper is suitable for salads, pickling and pickling.
According to the description, this variety of cucumbers has a good effect on the excretory system and kidneys, has a therapeutic effect on the mucous membrane of the stomach and intestines. Contains a small amount of sugar, therefore it is recommended for people with diabetes. It is used as a dietary product.
Care
With proper care, the culture bears fruit well. To increase yields, you need:
- water it on time;
- loosen the soil;
- feed her;
- create vertical trellises.
Watering
It is necessary to water the plant at the root
Watering is done regularly with warm water. It is carried out in the evening, when the topsoil dries up. Care must be taken that the liquid does not erode the roots. Also, it should not fall on the leaves of the bushes.
Loosening
Loosening of the soil is carried out while there are open areas of land. It shouldn't be too deep. Once the stems have grown, this procedure is not necessary. Weeds are also removed during crop growth.
Top dressing
The soil for the cucumber variety Grasshopper should be saturated with nutrients. To do this, compost is introduced into the soil before planting them. The plant prefers loose, drained soil. The pH level for it should be between 5.5 and 6.8.
Garter
In order for the culture to develop and grow correctly, it is worth equipping it with trellises, then the fruits will not lie on the ground. They will also be provided with good lighting, since cucumbers like a sunny or slightly shaded place.
Pests and diseases
Hybrid Grasshopper is resistant to common diseases. Among them:
- powdery mildew;
- olive spot;
- cucumber mosaic virus.
The culture has an average protection against peronosporosis. This fungal disease occurs due to cool weather and insufficient lighting. Waterlogging or watering with cold water also leads to its occurrence. Plants in greenhouses are most susceptible to infections. For the purpose of prevention, Ridomil Gold is used, Profit.
When the bushes are affected by peronosporosis, the damaged areas are first of all removed. They are burned or buried.
Spraying with fungicides is used to combat the pest. Soap solution with soda is environmentally friendly. For its preparation, 25 g of soda and 5 g of liquid soap are diluted in 5 liters of hot water. After the agent has cooled down, the top layer of the soil and the plant is treated. The procedure is repeated a week later.
Conclusion
The Grasshopper cucumber variety has proven itself on the positive side and has already won many fans. Gardeners liked it due to its high yield and disease resistance.