Description of varieties of cucumbers with the letter P
On the modern market, cucumber varieties with the letter P are often found. Most of them belong to hybrid crops, which are distinguished by good indicators of the immune system and are characterized by a pleasant taste. The list of varieties and their description are presented in the article.
Description of varieties of cucumbers with the letter P
Romance
Hybrid Romance category f1 refers to early crops. The growing season, from the moment the first shoots appear, lasts for 45 days. Rosans also belongs to bee-pollinated varieties, therefore, cultivation with high yields is possible only in open ground conditions. The plant is large, about 3 m high. The foliage is of a moderate type. Large leaves.
The fruits grow about 12 cm long and 165 g in weight. Their surface is smooth to the touch, without tubercles and pubescence. All fruits are similar in appearance to each other, therefore they are ideal for sale. The pulp is dense, juicy. The taste is pleasant, sweet, without pronounced bitterness. Suitable for preparing fresh vegetable dishes or preserving.
Take a walk
The growing season of the Razgulay variety lasts for 48 days. As a rule, this variety belongs to crops with a mixed type of flowering. But, most often, the female type is found. Up to 3 ovaries can form in 1 node. The species has self-pollination properties. Therefore, planting is possible, both in a greenhouse and in open ground.
The plant is vigorously developed and can reach a height of 2.5 m. The leaves are large in size and have a rich green hue. Their surface is rough. Also on the leaves there are various small stripes of light color. The fruits are usually the same. Their length is 12 cm, and their weight is about 130 g. Zelentsy are characterized by a smooth surface, without tubercles or pubescence. The taste is sweet with no bitterness or acidity. Therefore, they can be used both fresh and as a basis for preservation.
Regina
The Regina variety, category f1, belongs to gherkin crops. The growing season is about 50 days. The plant is tall, up to 3 m high. The female type of flowering predominates, although male-type flowers can be found. The foliage is characterized by a dark green tint and a glossy surface.
Zelentsy are characterized by an emerald hue. Gherkins reach a length of 6 cm, and their weight is 80 g. The surface of zelents is smooth, without pronounced bumps or spots. Due to their rich sweet taste, they can be consumed fresh. Zelens are also often used for preservation as a whole or for preparing various salads.
Rais
The first generation hybrid Rais is considered an early variety. The growing season for this species is about 40 days. The Rais plant is large, about 2 m high. The female type of flowering prevails. In 1 node, it is possible to form up to 3 ovaries, which significantly increases the yield indicators. Lateral shoots are sparse, which makes the bush more compact. Leaves are emerald in color, with small dark stripes.
This variety will delight you with an early harvest.
Description of fruits:
- length about 15 cm;
- ripe fruit weight about 170 g;
- the surface is smooth, with small light stripes that reach only half;
- the taste is rich, sweet;
- the flesh is crispy, not watery.
Cucumber Rais f1 is used for fresh consumption or for the preparation of preservation, but because of the large fruits, it is rather difficult to preserve it as a whole.
Raphael
The growing season of the Raphael cucumber is about 55 days. The main stem can reach a height of 3.5 m. Shoots are formed in large numbers. In 1 node, several ovaries can be formed at once. The leaves are characterized by large size and rich green tint.
The length of the fruit is only 10 cm. And the weight is 120 g. Fruit ripening is uniform. The taste is pleasant, with a little bit of sweetness. It belongs to the versatile crops that are suitable for the preparation of any dishes.
Ratsibor
Hybrid Ratsibor category F1 refers to early crops. From the moment the first shoots appear until the beginning of fruiting, only 40 days pass. The height of the main stem is 2.5 m. The leafiness is of a moderate type, without pronounced lateral shoots. Leaves are medium in size, with a matte surface.
The length of the fruits is only 7 cm. The weight of the fruits is 90 g. On their surface, there are rare thorns, covered with white pollen. They do not lose their color, even if the harvest is late. The taste is pleasant, without bitterness. Suitable for canning.
Rufus
The growing season of Rufus category F1 is 55 days, from the moment the first shoots appear. The height of the main stem is 250 cm. The female type of flowering prevails. In 1 knot, it is possible to form a cut of 3 ovaries. The foliage is of a moderate type, the lateral shoots are rather rare. Leaves are medium in size, dark green in color. The surface of the leaves is dull, with small rough areas.
Fruits are ideal for pickling
The fruits are small in size. The average weight of the green leaves is about 80 g. The length of the green leaves is 7 cm. Due to their small dimensions and pleasant sweet taste, they can be used for preservation and for pickling.
Rita
The Rita variety ripens in 45 days, from the moment of the formation of the first shoots. Differs in the duration of fruiting. Plant height is 200-250 cm. Lateral shoots do not grow, which allows the bush to be more compact. It is important to note that the leaves are quite large in size, with little roughness characteristics.
The fruits are small. Their weight is 60 g, and their length is no more than 6 cm. The taste is pleasant, sweet. There is no bitterness. The surface is matte, with sparse sharp tubercles. There is a possibility of fresh consumption for the preparation of pickles.
Royal
The Royal F1 hybrid variety has an average ripening period of 60 days. Fruiting is uniform throughout the entire ripening period of the crop. The plant is large, up to 3 m high. The dark green foliage of the moderate type is characterized by the dullness of the entire surface.
The fruits are rather small. Their length does not exceed 5 cm. Weight is about 60 g. The surface is smooth, matte. Pubescence and tubercles are completely absent. Cucumbers do not outgrow or turn yellow over time. Eat the fruits fresh or prepare pickles from them.
Regatta
The growing season of the Regata variety is about 65 days, from the moment the first shoots appear. The height of the main stem is 300 cm. No more than 10 lateral shoots are formed on the bushes. The leaves of the plant are large in size and have 5 lobes.
The fruits ripen in a scattering. On their surface, small blurred white stripes are observed, which reach only the middle of the green. The length of the fruit is about 16 cm with a weight of up to 160 g. Pleasant taste is noted, without pronounced bitterness. Products are used for fresh consumption or preservation preparation. The yield is quite high. With 1m2 it is possible to collect about 30 kg of selected high quality products.
Restina
The type of Restin F1 does not need pollination. Therefore, it can be grown in greenhouse conditions.The growing season is about 40 days from the moment the first shoots appear. It has a female flowering type. Formation of 4 ovaries is possible in 1 node.
The fruits, due to their small size, are excellent for preservation. Their length is about 8 cm, with a weight of 90 g. The surface is smooth, matte. The fruits do not turn yellow and do not outgrow over time.
Rhythm
The growing season of Rhythm cucumbers lasts for 40 days. The plant is characterized by low growth. The height of the bush is only 1.5 m. Lateral shoots are formed in small quantities, only 7 pcs. In each node, about 3 female flowering ovaries are formed. Leaves are medium in size, five-lobed, with a matte surface.
The fruits are small. Their length is 5 cm, with a weight of 40 g. The taste is pleasant, sweet. Even if the harvest is not on time, there is no bitterness in the fruits. Due to their compactness and pleasant taste, they are ideal for preserving or salting.
Conclusion
Cucumbers are among the most common vegetable crops. Firstly, this culture does not need careful maintenance. And secondly, the hybrids are resistant to diseases and have excellent yields of high quality.