Cucumber Artist F1 - description and characteristics of the variety

Vegetables with a very early ripening period are in high demand both among summer residents and gardeners, and among buyers in the markets. After a long winter, the body simply requires something fresh, full of vitamins. And, of course, everyone’s favorite cucumbers are no exception. So, the Dutch hybrid of cucumber "Artist F1" fully meets all these requirements. It perfectly combines ultra early maturity, high and stable yield, as well as excellent taste.

Characteristics and features of the hybrid

Parthenocarpic (self-pollinated) hybrid of ultra-early ripening cucumber. From seed germination to the beginning of fruiting, an average of 40-45 days passes. Bred by breeders of the world famous seed company Bejo Zaden (Holland).

The plant has a powerful growth force and a well-developed root system. The hybrid has a predominantly female type of flowering. Flowers for a good ovary do not require any additional pollination.

Zelentsy are beautiful, homogeneous, aligned, cylindrical in shape and rich in green. They are medium tuberous, with pronounced white pubescence. The skin is thin, strong and elastic, resistant to mechanical damage and cracking. Through the efforts of Dutch breeders, it genetically does not contain any bitterness. Cucumbers of this hybrid are characterized by high tasting characteristics. They are tasty, with a pleasant, juicy, crisp pulp, which has a rich cucumber aroma. They have a small seed chamber. The ratio of the length of the fruit to the width is 3.3: 1 The average weight of cucumbers in the season is 92.5 g.

The hybrid shows consistently high results when grown both in open and protected ground (tunnels, film, polycarbonate and glass greenhouses). It is included in the State Register of varieties of the Russian Federation in 2010.

Application

The fruits of universal use. Great for fresh consumption, the preparation of various salads. Cucumbers pickle, pickle, salt. Moreover, it is suitable specifically for whole-canning. An excellent choice due to its ultra-early maturity and high commercial characteristics for commercial implementation in the markets.

Hybrid Strengths

1. It compares favorably with competitors with high product characteristics. Vegetables are in high demand when selling in the wholesale and retail markets.
2. Excellent sweet taste of fruits, juicy, crisp flesh and rich cucumber aroma.
3. Very early fruit ripening.
4. High and stable yield. The fruits are tied quite energetically and amicably.
5. The ability to set fruits without the help of pollinating insects (bees, bumblebees).
6. Suitability for cultivation in the open and closed ground.
7. Ability to sell very early products at very high prices.
8. Unpretentious to the composition of the soil and resistance to adverse external factors (moisture deficit, high temperature, or vice versa "temperature swing").
9. Resistance to many diseases and pests of cucumbers.
10. High responsiveness of the hybrid to the general improvement of cultivation agricultural technology.In particular, the introduction of organic matter (rotted manure) into the soil. And also for regular processing with complex fertilizers.
11. Seeds are almost not felt when eating fruits.
12. Resistance to insufficient lighting allows you to grow a hybrid in both the first and second turns. It maintains high energy productivity throughout the season; cucumbers do not significantly decrease as samples are taken.
13. Zelentsy does not outgrow, they retain their standard size.

The secrets of successfully growing a hybrid

To obtain superearly products, a hybrid is grown in winter-early spring circulation in heated greenhouses. Also suitable for cultivation in summer-autumn turnover in protected ground conditions. Seeds possess high energy of growth, germinate very amicably. Seedlings after sowing appear on 3-4 days.

1. The seeds of the Artist F1 hybrid are covered with a protective factory shell containing the Tiram disinfectant. Therefore, they do not need presowing treatment at all. Only after the appearance of the first 2 true leaflets, it is possible to carry out treatment with growth stimulants and nitrogen-phosphorus fertilizers.
2. For successful seed germination, it is necessary to maintain a temperature of + 22- + 25C degrees and prevent the substrate from drying out.
3. The substrate should be loose, breathable, nutritious. Do not contain spores of harmful fungi and ground pests. And also without a significant amount of weed seeds.
4. It is possible to grow Artist F1 both by direct sowing of seeds in the ground, and through planting seedlings. The scheme for planting seedlings in open ground: 35 x 65 cm.
5. Prevent seeds from sinking when planting more than 2 cm. The optimum depth is 1-2 cm.
6. Observe crop rotation on the site. You can not grow cucumbers immediately after pumpkin crops, squash and squash. And also it is undesirable to plant cucumbers directly after cultivation. Do not allow cultivation after or in the vicinity of tomatoes.
7. After the appearance of 2 real leaves on seedlings, the temperature must be lowered to + 15- + 17 ° C and ensure good illumination. Otherwise, the seedlings can stretch, become thin and weak. And this can lead to both her death and to a delay in the development of cucumbers in the future.
8. Regular airing of plantings is the prevention of fungal diseases of this crop.
9. It is necessary to carry out regular watering in the required volume of plants. Cucumbers, and in particular the Artist F1, are very sensitive to insufficient watering, especially at the time of pouring greens. It is also necessary to maintain high air humidity when growing cucumbers.
10. Due to the intensive fruiting of the hybrid, fruit sampling must be carried out every day or every other day.
11. Regular treatment with a mixture of fungicide and insecticide against diseases and pests is important. Moreover, chemicals need to be processed before the flowering of cucumbers. After the appearance of the ovary, treatments are only desirable with the use of practically safe biological products.
12. The introduction of organic matter (rotted manure) in the soil in the amount of 5-10 kg per 1 square. m. And also regular top dressing with complex mineral fertilizers, depending on the phase of plant development. With an increase in vegetative mass, emphasis must be placed on fertilizers with a high nitrogen content. When ovaries and fruit filling, on the contrary - it is necessary to make fertilizers with a high content of phosphorus and potassium.
13. The use of high-quality growth stimulants (regulators), especially at the time of fruit ovary.
14. Regular inspection of vegetative plants and sanitary cleaning of plantings. In the case of severe damage by diseases or pests - the complete removal of the plant, which is the focus of infection.

Reviews of summer residents of the hybrid

1. Oksana Chervonenko, 33 years old: Oh, this Artist! Wonderful variety. I grow it in the country in a small greenhouse, mainly for sale.I enter the market with a small tray. But already filled a regular clientele. And the Artist is selling at the highest prices! Begins to bear fruit very early. Cucumbers are delicious, without any bitterness, crunchy. Productivity at a high level. The marketability is wonderful. Plus he is a real hard worker. I really fell in love with this artist. And we have mutual love!
2. Svetik, 41 years old: What can I say? Everything is on the level. It is especially pleasant when such an early cucumber tastes very good. The skin is thin, completely bitter. There are very few seeds in the pulp. It is juicy, the cucumbers themselves are crispy. Productivity is very high. One thing but - the variety is not for the lazy. Cucumbers are tied constantly. Therefore, you must constantly choose them. It is advisable every day. But it is possible in a day. The main thing is to choose. What else I liked - The artist is very tasty in the sunset. I preserve it whole, in bottles. It turns out just fine. Yes, and crisp fresh good. Or cut into a salad with radish and herbs.

Video: F1 Artist cucumbers