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Cucumber Gosha F1 is an early ripe high-yielding hybrid. The variety is suitable for growing in a greenhouse, on a loggia, unpretentious to cultivation conditions. Zelentsy in a gherkin-type plant.
Origin story
The Agrofirm "Partner" is engaged in the sale of the Gosha F1 hybrid. An early maturing self-pollinated variety appeared on the Russian market recently. In 2017, the plant was tested on experimental plots "Dacha" owned by the company.
Description of cucumbers Gosh
The culture belongs to the parthenocarpic species, does not need pollination. Fruits are tied in bunches (3-4 pcs.) In each axil of leaves. The first harvest of a vegetable crop is harvested 40–45 days after the germination of the seeds. The optimal fruit size is 9–12 cm, weight 100–110 g.
Gosha cucumbers have a cylindrical shape, dark green color
The surface of the greenery is rough, dotted with small thorns. The taste is excellent. The fruits are pleasant to the taste, sweet, do not contain bitterness. They tolerate transportation well, keeping their presentation up to seven days. In the refrigerator, Gosh cucumbers remain fresh for about two weeks. The crop is used for conservation, making salads. After heat treatment, cucumbers retain their flavor and shape.
Characteristics of the variety
The Gosha F1 variety is recommended to be cultivated in a greenhouse, as it shows the highest productivity in greenhouse conditions. The hybrid is shade-tolerant.
There are practically no seeds in the fruits of Gosha, the bushes are powerful. After the appearance of 3-4 leaves, it is recommended to tie the plant on a trellis, twisting it clockwise. The height of the cucumber stalk can reach 2 m. The degree of growth activity of the main and lateral shoots is average. The leaves of the Gosha variety are large, five-lobed, emerald green in color.
Productivity of cucumbers Gosh
Compliance with agrotechnical standards guarantees a cucumber yield of up to 18 kg from 1 m2... Collect from each bush - 9.5-10 kg.
It is recommended to remove the fruits every two days, preventing overgrowth, otherwise they begin to turn yellow, lose their taste
Disease and pest resistance
Hybrid Gosha F1 is endowed with breeders with high immunity, resistant to most diseases. To avoid contamination of plantings, it is recommended to carry out preventive measures on time.
Diseases from which cucumbers of the Gosha variety can suffer:
- If you do not follow the watering regime, root rot develops on the bushes. The disease cannot be treated, the plant withers.
- Olive spot is manifested by yellowing of the fruit, followed by the appearance of rusty spots on them. The infection enters the greenhouse through the weeds and is carried by the infected inventory. Having noticed the first signs of the disease, it is necessary to treat the bushes with copper-containing preparations, disinfect the frames and garden tools.
- Bacteriosis appears when the air humidity in the room is high. The leaves of the plant are covered with yellow spots. To secure the planting of cucumbers, it is necessary to maintain humidity indicators at a level not higher than 70%.
The most dangerous pests for Gosha F1 cucumber are greenhouse whitefly, aphids, spider mites and slugs.To minimize the appearance of insects, you should maintain optimal air humidity and temperature in the greenhouse, and loosen the soil in a timely manner.
Advantages and disadvantages
Every culture has its merits and demerits. Before you start planting cucumbers, you need to choose the best variety.
Cucumber Gosha F1 - self-pollinated hybrid used for growing in greenhouses and open areas
Advantages of the variety:
- high taste indicators;
- unpretentious care;
- shade tolerance;
- transportability;
- long shelf life;
- ultra early maturation;
- good productivity;
- versatility (greens are suitable for fresh food and for conservation).
There were no drawbacks in cucumbers of the Gosha F1 hybrid.
Planting cucumbers Gosh
The pre-sowing preparation of seeds is carried out by the manufacturer, so the planting material does not need additional processing. It is recommended to adhere to the sowing dates for Gosh cucumbers. To ensure uniform germination, seeds are germinated by placing them in a tray and wet cheesecloth. As it dries, the cloth is moistened with water.
Sowing in open ground
Cucumbers of the Gosha variety are planted on an open garden no earlier than the soil warms up to 11–12 ° С. The site for cultivation should be chosen in partial shade so that the plant does not burn in the direct rays of the sun. Cucumbers prefer light loamy soil, with an acidity of 6.2-6.8 pH. The plot is dug up in the spring a week before sowing.
The scheme for planting Gosha cucumbers is 40x50 cm, it is recommended to plant no more than two bushes per 1 m2
Growing seedlings
The delicate root system of the plant does not like picks. In order not to injure her once again, it is recommended to plant Gosha on seedlings in separate glasses. Agro-mixture purchased in specialized stores is ideal for filling containers.
The seeds are buried in the soil by 1.5–2 cm, watered with warm, settled water. The glasses are covered with plastic wrap and placed in a warm place for germination. In heated greenhouses, it is recommended to plant cucumbers directly into the soil, bypassing sowing for seedlings.
Rules for caring for Gosha cucumbers
Compliance with agrotechnical standards for caring for the Gosha F1 hybrid will provide the gardener with tasty fruits for the whole year.
Loosening beds, removing weeds
The first 3 weeks of cultivation, loosening of the soil is carried out the next day after each watering. Manipulations are carried out by burying the hoe 2.5 cm into the soil without affecting the root system. After that, removing weeds and loosening it is enough to carry out once a week.
Watering
Gosha cucumbers are a moisture-loving variety. During the period of growth of lashes and ripening of zelents, it requires frequent watering. Irrigation is carried out with warm, settled water, since cold water leads to the development of root rot.
During the period of growth, before flowering, watering is carried out once a week, during the ripening period of the crop - every 2-3 days. In hot weather, irrigation can be done daily, then the greenhouse should be ventilated. To improve the air permeability of the soil, it is necessary to loosen more often.
Tying and removing antennae
In greenhouses, a Gosha cucumber is tied to trellises, after which it is directed upwards. It is recommended to monitor the growth of antennae, remove them in a timely manner, as they take nutrients from the plant. If the mustache grows intensively, it means that the bush is healthy and does not need anything. The growing season of the plant is over when the antennae begin to dry out.
Top dressing rules
Gosha cucumber, cultivated in greenhouse conditions, needs additional feeding.
Fertilization is carried out at least 4-5 times per season
After 3-4 days after emergence, ammonium nitrate is introduced. Also, Gosha's seedlings can be fed with liquid nitrogen fertilizers. You must strictly follow the instructions. An excess of nitrogen causes root burns and plant death. Opponents of mineral fertilizers use bird droppings in a ratio of 1:20 or mullein 1:10. Wood ash dissolved in water can be a source of potassium for young plants.
During the flowering and budding period of cucumbers, a second feeding is carried out. The following ingredients are used (based on 10 liters of water): potassium nitrate (20 g), ammonium nitrate (30 g), superphosphate (40 g). Mineral fertilizers are prepared from poultry manure (the ratio of parts of water to poultry waste products 1:20) or mullein (0.5 liters per bucket of water).
The third feeding is carried out to stimulate the formation of the ovary, during this period the Gosh hybrid needs calcium and potassium. Both components are found in wood ash. To prepare the infusion, 1/3 of the bucket is filled with the product of combustion of plant raw materials, the remaining 2/3 of the parts are filled with hot water. The container is placed in a dark place for two days. After straining the solution, add under each bush in a volume of 0.5 liters. After 10 days, the procedure should be repeated.
The fourth top dressing is necessary for the correct formation of zelents. It is carried out during the fruiting period. To prepare a solution, 25 g of potassium nitrate is dissolved in 15 liters of water. Adherents of organic fertilizers recommend using herbal infusion for feeding cucumbers. Any weeds are suitable for its preparation. Chopped grass is poured into a bucket, poured with warm water, insisted for three days. Before use, the infusion is diluted with water in a ratio of 1: 5.
Conclusion
Cucumber Gosha F1 is popular with gardeners due to its high yield, good taste and versatility. Growing crops in a greenhouse allows you to get sweet fruits all year round.
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