Description of the variety of cucumbers Marinda
The Marinda variety of cucumbers is especially popular not only in the domestic market, but also in the world. As soon as he appeared, he immediately got the first places of all possible exhibitions. It appeared quite a long time ago, so it deservedly takes pride of place in the gardens of summer residents and farmers.
Description of the variety of cucumbers Marinda
Characteristics of the variety
The Marinda f1 cucumber variety appeared at the beginning of the 21st century. The company that developed this hybrid was Monsanto. Breeders have tried their best and created the first of its kind self-pollinated species.
It can be grown both indoors, such as a greenhouse, and in the open field. It does not lose its main characteristics, regardless of the place of growth. It is characterized by high yields and presentation.
Cucumber Marinda f1 matures in an average amount of time, which is 40-55 days from the moment of planting in the soil. The description suggests that the weaving of this variety is moderate. Flowering occurs only in the female type. The ovaries are formed in bunches.
Once you decide to plant seedlings in the soil, you can safely count 55 days. After this time, you can start to harvest cucumbers abundantly. They are distinguished not only by pleasant taste, but also by good marketable types, which allows them to be quickly sold at a bargain price. This hybrid cucumber is very rarely affected by diseases and pests.
Description of the plant
The bush has a fairly powerful structure. Each node is capable of forming up to 7 nodes. The leaves of the plant are bright green.
Description of the fetus
The shape of the fruit resembles an even cylinder. Large pimples form on the surface, which have a slight light shade. The very surface of the peel is dark green. The pulp is characterized by high taste, high density, without bitterness.
The length of an individual fruit is 8-10 cm. But the weight reaches 80 g. Description and characteristics show that this variety has high yields of cucumbers, which are about 30 per 1 m2.
Universal fruits in application. Due to their dense structure, they crunch very strongly, which attracts the attention of many people. They are used not only fresh, but also as preservation. Very often, gherkins of these fruits are poured with brine and allowed to brew. At this moment, all the taste qualities are manifested much stronger.
Dignity
This type of cucumber does not require bee pollination. In addition, the following unique characteristics of the variety can be distinguished:
- regardless of the weather and leaving conditions, the yield is always high;
- a large number of ovaries formed in one node;
- high indicators of taste and commercial quality;
- the plant grows in an open type, which only improves harvesting and maintenance;
- not exposed to diseases and viruses.
The plant has a lot of positive characteristics.
No flaws were found in this variety.
Growing principle
The characteristic of this variety allows you to plant not only seedlings in open ground, but also seeds. Planting is carried out in the usual way. Seeds of cucumbers Marinda f1 should be planted at a depth of at least 4 cm.A distance of 50 cm should be maintained between the rows, and between the holes it should be 30 cm.It is best to cover the beds with a special film so that Marinda F1 cucumbers do not freeze during the night when the air temperature drops ... If conditions are good, the seeds will begin to sprout in a week.
In order to plant seedlings in the ground, they must first be grown. To do this, the seeds should be planted in containers that are stored in a warm room, with warm air and medium humidity. Literally in a month, the seedlings will be suitable for planting in open ground.
Until the seedlings have been planted in the beds, they should be thoroughly watered and fed regularly. Top dressing can be from 2 to 4. If you notice that the seedlings need additional light, then you need to put special lamps and direct them to it.
The soil should be chosen one that contains a high concentration of nutrients and is subject to high-quality aeration. Such conditions are created due to the fact that sawdust from a tree or rotting foliage are introduced into the soil. Planting is carried out not earlier than the beginning of June only if the soil has not yet warmed up. If climatic conditions allow, that can be planted already at the end of May. When planting in open ground, the distance between the rows should be 100 cm, but between the holes it is 70 cm.
Care rules
It is best that the soil for planting seedlings or seeds has special drainages in it that will conduct air and moisture. It is very important that it does not contain a high concentration of nitrogen. This can negatively affect the final result. Ideally, if there is a large amount of humus in the ground, and it will be warmed up.
Watering is best done in the evening and only with warm water. It is carried out every 2-3 days. Every 10 days, fertilizing the land and plants should be carried out. Organic fertilizers, which consist of poultry or cow humus, or urea, diluted in equal proportions with water, have a positive effect on the final result. You only need to form 1 stem of the plant and remove the side stepsons.
Prophylaxis
Marinda f1 cucumbers have high immunity and are not affected by diseases or viruses. Fungal infections also do not spread to this type of cucumber. The creators took care of the ease of caring for these vegetable plants. But, do not forget about standard preventive measures.
It is important to regularly inspect the stem for parasites or diseases. At the first sign of presence, you should immediately use chemicals that will help get rid of the disease. It is necessary to treat the root system with chemicals that will prevent earth pests from spoiling the roots of the plant.
Conclusion
Many people who want to grow cucumbers on their plots cannot decide on the right variety, because not only the quantity of the crop is important, but also its quality. You need to choose those options that are characterized by good taste and may not require careful maintenance. It is these varieties that Marinda cucumbers belong to.