Cucumbers for Siberia for open ground

Content

1 What's special about Siberian cucumbers
2 Siberian varieties of cucumbers
3 Good varieties of cucumbers, according to gardeners
4 Review of other varieties suitable for Siberia
5 Basic rules for growing cucumbers in Siberia
6 A little more about Siberian families
7 Conclusion

Cucumber is a very thermophilic garden crop that loves sunlight and a mild climate. The Siberian climate does not really spoil this plant, especially if the cucumbers are planted in open ground. This problem prompted sectioners to create varieties that can withstand cold weather and other weather disasters in Siberia. This article tells about what kind of varieties it is and how to grow such vegetables.

What's special about Siberian cucumbers

An ordinary gardener will not see large external differences in these vegetables. As they say, it is a cucumber and a cucumber in Africa, the same green fruit with a pimpled or smooth surface and a characteristic aroma. The peculiarity of the variety for Siberia lies in its endurance. The homeland of cucumbers is considered to be subtropical zones with a warm climate. For many years, the culture has roamed the world, having developed immunity to more severe weather conditions. Breeders made a great contribution to the survival rate of cucumbers.

The varieties for Siberia are mainly hybrids. Cold resistance is genetically imparted to them. The breeders took all the best qualities of simple cucumbers, such as fertility, survival, disease resistance, self-pollination, and collected it all in one specific variety. And so the hybrids turned out. Without requiring the participation of bees, cucumber flowers independently pollinate, bringing good harvests in the harsh climate of Siberia.

The variety of hybrids is great, however, numerous reviews on the forums indicate a greater demand for early cucumbers. These varieties are most often requested from seed shops. This is due to the fact that a short summer is characteristic of Siberia and a vegetable planted on open ground must have time to bear fruit during this time.

One such example is the F1 Siberian Yard hybrid. Cucumber seeds germinate quickly, allowing for an early harvest. The fruits are in demand for preservation due to the peculiarity of the peel to absorb the brine in parts. The pulp is salted evenly, giving the vegetable a pleasant taste.

If the open ground was infected last year with sick cucumbers or an outbreak of the disease is observed in a neighboring area, it is better to plant a hybrid "German F1". Its fruits are excellent for preservation.

Cucumbers "Muromskie" are ideal for the short summer of Siberia. The plant can be planted directly into the ground or greenhouse. The first early harvest will appear in a maximum of a month and a half.

Important! You can distinguish seeds of hybrids on the package by the designation "F1". However, you need to know that they are suitable for a one-time landing. It is impossible to collect seeds from ripe cucumbers for cultivation on your own. The plants grown from them will not give a crop.

Siberian varieties of cucumbers

The varieties that have passed the state analysis are ideal for Siberia. Such plants are regionalized for certain regions, and you can be sure of their good fruiting.

The best option are varieties bred directly in Siberia:

Bee-pollinated variety "Glowworm" in the North Caucasus region brings a yield of 133-302 c / ha. It goes well in conservation. The disadvantage of the variety is susceptibility to bacteriosis and powdery mildew.
Mid-season vegetable "F1 Brigantine" in the West Siberian region gives a yield of 158-489 c / ha. The bee-pollinated hybrid bears fruit of universal purpose.
Early variety "Gusto" in the West Siberian region gives a yield of 260-453 c / ha. The plant is a bee-pollinated plant. The purpose of the cucumber is universal.
Hybrid "Champion Sedek F1" in the Central Black Earth and West Siberian regions yields 270-467 c / ha. The plant belongs to the parthenocarpic type. The purpose of the cucumber is universal.
Early variety "Serpentine" in the West Siberian region yields a yield of 173-352 c / ha, and in the Central Black Earth region - 129-222 c / ha. The bee-pollinated plant bears fruit of universal purpose.
Hybrid "F1 Apogee" bred specifically for open ground. In the West Siberian region, cucumber gives a yield of 336-405 c / ha. An early bee-pollinated plant bears fruit of universal purpose.

All these and other varieties suitable for Siberia are included in the State Register. The seeds of such cucumbers are prepared for cold climates and are immune to oversporosis and bacteriosis.

Good varieties of cucumbers, according to gardeners

For the open ground of Siberia, many varieties of cucumbers have been bred. Everyone chooses the best option for himself, however, there are varieties that appeal to all gardeners.

Altai

These cucumbers can be called favorites of Siberian gardeners. Comparing with other varieties, "Altai" is often taken as a standard. The unpretentious plant takes root well in cold climates.

The cucumber is considered early. The first ovary appears on day 35. The plant is pollinated by bees, grows up to 1 m in height in the garden and in the greenhouse.

Bright green fruits with a length of 10 cm weigh about 90 g. The rind is covered with pimples with white thorns. Excellent taste and small size of the fruit have made the cucumber popular among housewives. A ripe vegetable is used as a versatile one.

As for cultivation, for a cold region, it is not recommended to throw cucumber seeds directly into the ground, even if the bed is covered with a film. Seeds are best germinated in a warm room. The endurance of the variety allows you to water the seedlings 1 time in 7 days. Each plant is poured with warm water. It is important to loosen the topsoil to avoid crusting.

Important! The deepening of seeds into the soil when growing seedlings is 1.5–2 cm. The optimum room temperature for germination is 23–25 ° C.

"Miranda F1"

The dignity of the variety is resistance to frost and powdery mildew. For seedlings, seeds are sown after April 15 and by the end of May, the plants are planted in the ground.

An early hybrid is suitable for any soil where it takes root well, however, the more fertile the soil, the more intensively the plant will grow and bear fruit. Self-pollinated plant has a developed large bush. The originality of the cucumber is given by a bright green color with small light dots. Yellowish stripes and small pimples are slightly visible on the peel. With a maximum fruit size of 12 cm, its weight is about 120 g. Cucumbers are considered universal for their intended purpose.

The optimal landing step is 1 m² - 4 sprouts.

Important! Planting in the garden is possible at a soil temperature of at least + 15 ° C.

Although this cucumber is unpretentious, the soil for it must be fertilized in the fall. For good air access, the soil is mixed with sawdust. The plant loves regular watering every other day, but does not tolerate waterlogging of the soil. In rainy summers, the frequency of watering is reduced.

"Cascade"

Cucumbers of this variety are medium-ripening. The ovary appears on the plant after at least 45 days, but most often after 50 days. The variety is resistant to bacterial and fungal infections. The plant is dominated by female-type flowers.

The dignity of the variety is the amicable ripening of cucumbers. A dark-colored vegetable with a maximum length of 15 cm weighs 100 g. The fertility of the plant allows from 1 m² remove 8 kg of crop.

Review of other varieties suitable for Siberia

So, we have considered, as they say, the standard of Siberian varieties of cucumbers. They are most in demand in the region among gardeners.However, Siberian cucumbers are not limited to this, and it is time to get acquainted with other varieties.

"Chestplate F1"

A plant with moderately developed branching requires the participation of bees for pollination of flowers. It is important that the vegetable was bred in Siberia and adapted to the conditions of the local climate. The first ovary appears after 45 days. The skin of the cucumbers is covered with light stripes and large pimples with white edging of tubercles. Fruits up to 13 cm long weigh 95 g. The vegetable is used as a universal. The fertility of the variety is about 10 kg from 1 m².

"Moment"

Cucumber is considered to be of universal use, it perfectly keeps its presentation during long-term storage.

The tall plant forms large shrubs with long shoots. The appearance of the ovary is observed 45 days after transplanting. An adult cucumber is unlimited in size. It can grow to a length of 12 cm, and sometimes - 20 cm. The high density of the fruit is confirmed by its weight up to 200 g. The peel of the vegetable is rarely covered with pimples with dark thorns.

"F1 Claudia"

High fertility allows you to collect up to 27 kg of cucumbers from 1 m per season².

The plant of the parthenocarpic type takes root well in the garden and under the film. The hybrid has long gained its popularity among a certain circle of Siberian gardeners. Fruiting lasts about 2 months, which requires harvesting every 2-3 days. The skin of the cucumber is covered with small pimples. The fruit is genetically inherent in the absence of bitter taste. The purpose of the vegetable is universal.

"F1 Herman"

This variety has already been considered above as the most resistant to all diseases. The hybrid belongs to early cucumbers. The parthenocarpic plant has good fertility. Tufted ovaries are formed on the stem. The number of cucumbers in 1 bunch sometimes reaches 6 pieces. In shape and size, the vegetable is similar to a gherkin. The length of the fruit does not exceed 12 cm. The sweetish taste of the pulp allows the cucumber to be used as a universal one.

"F1 Zozulya"

The parthenocarpic hybrid known to many gardeners is distinguished by fertility, and for a long period. Cucumber tolerates low temperatures, fungal and bacterial diseases quite persistently. In order for the plant to take root and grow well, the seeds must be planted after May 15 under a film. High early maturity allows harvesting every other day.

"Manul"

A medium-ripening plant requires bees to pollinate the flowers. This variety has only female flowers and another cucumber can be planted nearby as a pollinator in the garden. For greenhouse cultivation next to "Manul" the variety "Teplichny 40" is planted. If we talk about the fruits, then they are quite large, up to 20 cm long. Designed for universal use.

This video shows an overview of open field cucumber varieties:

Basic rules for growing cucumbers in Siberia

Siberian summers are very short and are often accompanied by night coolness, which has a detrimental effect on the thermophilic cucumber. Not everyone can afford a greenhouse in order to enjoy fresh cucumbers for a long time, so you have to adapt in the open field.

To create favorable growth conditions for a cucumber, you need to know the features of this plant:

Until the average daily temperature drops below 15^aboutC, the plant will develop intensively. With a cold snap, the growth of a cucumber will slow down.
The roots are the most sensitive to cold weather, even to some extent more than the stems. The root itself is weak and grows on the surface layer of the soil. However, it tends to increment new branches.
The stems of the plant form knots. It can simultaneously form: flowers of the female and male types, tendril, lateral whip and leaf. With increased humidity, a young plant can form from each formed organ.
Seedlings and mature plants need to be fed. The concentration of the nutrient for a mature plant is sufficient 1%, and for young animals - 0.2%.
As for the soil, acidity below pH 5.6 is detrimental to cucumber. Loamy soils do not allow the root system to develop well, which leads to poor moisture absorption. Naturally, cucumber harvests will be late.

Having decided to grow cucumbers in the open field, you must definitely take care of a film shelter. Preparation of the soil cushion is also important. It is made from a mixture of manure and hay or straw. From above, the pillow is covered with soil, on which seedlings will be planted in the future.

A little more about Siberian families

To get a general picture of Siberian cucumber varieties, let's take a look at the popular families:

Varieties of the "fruit" family usually have fruits 15 to 20 cm long with a smooth skin. Used for salads, but some varieties can be lightly salted. Outstanding representatives of this family: "Fruit F1", "April F1", "Gift F1", "Spring Caprice F1", etc.
Alligator family in terms of yield, they resemble zucchini. Planting 5 bushes is enough for an average family. Cucumbers are also called Chinese and are most often used for salads, but slightly salted is also possible. Outstanding representatives of the family: "Elizabeth F1", "Alligator F1", "Ekaterina F1", "Beijing delicious F1", etc.
Albino varieties grow well in the open field of Siberia. The vegetable of an unusually pale color has excellent taste. Sometimes the cucumber is called Japanese.
Gherkins - ideal for conservation. The length of the fruit does not exceed 12 cm. Representatives of the family: "Gerda F1", "Quartet F1", "Boris F1", "Friendly family F1", etc.
Good for conservation German varieties... Their fruits are covered with pimples, between which there are thorns. When salted, through damaged thorns, salt penetrates into the pulp. Representatives of the family: "Zest F1", "Bidrette F1", "Prima Donna F1", "Libella F1".
Mini gherkins created for real gourmets who love small pickled cucumbers. Pickles are canned for one day, up to 4 cm in size. Outstanding representatives for Siberia: "Son of the F1 Regiment", "Boy Scout F1", "Spring F1", "Filippok F1".