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Domestic breeders have bred many varieties of cucumbers adapted for cultivation in various regions. Athos belongs to the hybrid group, it develops well and bears fruit in greenhouse constructions and in open beds. Cucumbers ripen early, 40-45 days after sowing seeds. Plants perfectly tolerate sudden changes in temperature conditions. Fruits have excellent keeping quality, well stored for about 2 weeks after harvest.
Grade description
The type of flowering in the bushes is female. Ovaries form in bundles. In one bunch, 3-5 flowers are formed. Scourges of plants usually grow to 1.5-2 meters. In one time, up to 20 cucumbers can ripen on the bushes. The leaves are triangular in shape, medium in size, have a dark green color. Planting is recommended to be done, leaving a large distance between adjacent bushes, because the plants grow greatly.
The fruits have a dark green color, not prone to yellowing. The pulp is dense and crispy. Cucumbers have no aftertaste of bitterness. The fruits of cucumbers grow in weight from 80 to 110 grams. The length of one cucumber is from 7 to 10 cm. The surface of the skin is distinguished by the presence of small tubercles. From one square meter, you can collect up to 12.5 kg of vegetables. Following the rules for the care of the variety, the resulting yield may increase.
Variety care rules: watering, top dressing, pinching
Pinching or pinching is done by removing all lateral shoots that are above 3-4 leaves. This will favorably affect the development of plant roots. Cucumbers are a moisture-loving culture, so you need to water them often and plentifully. Perform the procedure 1 time in 2-3 days in the evening or in the morning. Water should be well-maintained and warm. It is important to monitor the condition of plants, to prevent leaf wilting, as well as waterlogging of the soil, otherwise the roots may begin to rot. Watering is carried out only under the root, preventing water from entering the leaves. Leaves and shoots should be simply sprayed, this will help to avoid the appearance of bacteriosis or olive spotting. If watering the cucumbers is not enough, then bitterness may occur when consumed.
Fertilizers should only interact with plant roots. Top dressing is applied 3-4 times during the summer season. The first time the plants are fed, when the sprouts have 2-3 leaves, the second time they add additives after 10-12 days. It is necessary to use compounds that contain organic matter and minerals. Good for this chicken droppings and mullein. In order for the plants to develop better and not interfere with each other, the whips can be tied to a trellis.
Pests and diseases
The Athos cucumber variety is quite resistant to common diseases and harmful insects. If you adhere to the correct temperature when growing, and provide plants with a humidity of more than 90%, then you will not have to deal with powdery mildew or the mosaic virus. If cucumbers are grown in a greenhouse, it is recommended to ventilate it regularly, and wipe the doors and windows with a soapy compound.
Reviews of vegetable growers
- Tamara Grigoryevna 56 years: I really liked the Athos cucumbers. Dark non-bitter fruits are great for summer salads, as well as for pickling and pickling. I grew cucumbers in the garden under the film. I was satisfied with the result. Plants never got sick. I advise everyone to try these cucumbers.
- Zinaida O., 39 years old: I decided to plant Athos cucumbers this year, and did not regret my choice. The fruits are very dense and crispy. When canned, do not lose their taste. Care is quite simple, you can not feed the bushes, the crop is already good. Be sure to plant this variety next year.
Video: Atos F1 cucumbers
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