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According to gardeners, zucchini can be called the most rewarding vegetable. With minimal care, the plants produce an excellent harvest of tasty fruits. Zucchini "Tsukesha" belongs to the zucchini group. This variety of zucchini is characterized by good keeping quality. Zucchini has a green color of different shades, which makes them look sharply different from white-fruited zucchini.
Problems with growing zucchini “Tsukesh” almost never happens, and the return on culture is very high. The zucchini variety grows in all regions of Russia - in the south and north, in Siberia and the Urals, in the Far East and in the middle zone.
Benefits and description
Zukesha zucchini attracts the attention of gardeners with its nutritional properties and versatility of use. What is most appreciated is its low calorie content and composition of nutrients. 100 g of Tsukesha zucchini pulp contains 23 kcal, which allows you to use “Tsukesha” in your diet. The fruits are rich in beneficial acids - folic, nicotinic, malic and contain a whole range of vitamins.
In addition, the Tsukesha variety of zucchini contains important microelements for the body:
- zinc;
- molybdenum;
- lithium;
- magnesium;
- calcium;
- potassium and other useful components.
Another reason for the popularity of the Tsukesha variety is its versatility in cooking. There are so many recipes for dishes that sometimes it is impossible to choose the best one.“Tsukesha” has a pleasant taste, which is why canned dishes become richer if you add zucchini to the preparation.
It is important for gardeners to know the main characteristics of the Tsukesha zucchini and how well the result obtained corresponds to the description of the variety.
First, we should talk about the parameters of the plant. “Tsukesha” is a bush squash without vines, it grows compactly and does not take up much space. Therefore, even in small areas, you can allocate space for 3-4 “Tsukeshi” bushes without damaging other crops. This means that there will be enough fruit not only for the summer, but also for the winter.
But there are nuances.
At the end of the storage period:
- zucchini becomes coarser;
- a void forms inside the fruit;
- The peel is difficult to peel.
According to reviews from summer residents, zucchini squash “Tsukesha” retains its quality well for 2-3 months after harvesting.
Fruiting lasts a long time, until frost. A feature of the variety is the need to regularly collect fruits. In this case, new ones form very quickly. If you do not allow the Tsukesha zucchini to grow to enormous sizes, the number of new ovaries will increase significantly.
The productivity of the Tsukesha variety is high. From 1 sq. m of planting area according to the description of the variety, you can harvest from 8 to 12 kg of “Tsukesha” zucchini. But the real result depends on the growing conditions and the quality of plant care. According to reviews, careful compliance with simple requirements of agricultural technology increases the yield of Tsukesha zucchini several times (see photo).
The fruits of Tsukesha zucchini change color during the growing season. Young ones are dark green and then covered with light green speckles.At maturity they turn yellow, some acquire an orange tint. The size of one Zukesha zucchini ranges from 30 to 40 cm, the weight of large specimens reaches 900 g. The skin of zucchini is tender, the flesh is tasty and juicy. Greens up to 20 cm in size do not yet have formed seeds inside; when cutting them, they are not peeled from the core.
The ovaries are formed under the rosette, so the bushes are very compact.
The leaves are large. The leaves of the Tsukesha squash have white spots on a dark green background (see photo).
This is not a manifestation of the disease, but a varietal feature.
The flowers are also large and bright.
On one plant there are female and male.
Zucchini ripens early. The first fruits are ready for consumption 45-50 days after the sprouts appear. The more often zucchini is harvested, the more new ovaries the bush forms.
Zukesha zucchini tolerates transportation well, as evidenced by reviews from summer residents and farmers.
More clearly in the video:
Features of cultivation
The Zukesha variety of zucchini is grown in two ways. Most often, seeds are simply sown in the ground when suitable weather conditions occur. But in the northern regions, and when you want to get delicious greens early, they grow seedlings.
Before starting sowing in the soil, choose a place taking into account the requirements of crop rotation.
Late cabbage is also not the best predecessor for Tsukesha zucchini. The variety grows well in beds where potatoes, garlic or onions, legumes or early cabbage were grown.
An early ripening zucchini variety is sown immediately into the ground when the threat of return frosts has passed and the soil has warmed up. The cold of "Tsukeshe" is harmful. Seeds will not sprout in cold soil.Another requirement for zucchini is prepared soil:
- Loam, compost or humus is added to the peat bog.
- Part of the turf soil, peat, a little humus and sawdust are added to the sandy soil.
- For loam and clay soil, you will need to enrich it with peat, sand, humus and sawdust.
Additionally, the soil is dug up, fertilizers (urea 50 g/sq. m) and ash (0.5 l) are added. Some gardeners practice growing Tsukesha zucchini on compost heaps. A small layer of earth (30 cm) is poured on top of the heap and the seeds are sown. The zucchini variety grows well and at the same time decorates future fertilizer. It is important that the heap is located in a sunny place without stagnant water and is not filled with manure. Fresh manure for zucchini is unacceptable.
Sowing in the ground
Zukesha zucchini seeds need to be prepared for sowing, especially if the year they were collected is unknown.
The easiest way is to germinate them in damp cloth. You can add sodium or potassium humate to the water. Germinate zucchini seeds until sprouts appear. Longer ones can be broken at the time of landing. Then place the hatched seeds in the refrigerator for a day. This hardening technique will increase the resistance of the Tsukesha zucchini to weather fluctuations. This is important in the regions of Siberia and the Urals.
Scheme for planting zucchini seeds “Tsukesha” – 50 cm x 70 cm.
Experienced vegetable growers place 2 seeds in one hole. This way you can be sure that shoots will definitely appear in the hole. Prepare a hole with a diameter of 20 cm and make a side. Zucchini zucchini seeds "Tsukesha" are buried 3 cm, covered with a layer of soil and watered. Immediately place a layer of mulch in the hole, which will protect moisture from evaporation. With mulch, watering is not necessary until sprouts appear.
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The optimal temperature at which Tsukesha zucchini develops well is +25°C. Therefore, vegetable growers cover crops with film or plastic bottles to create suitable conditions.
Growing seedlings
Zucchini seedlings are easy to grow.
The seedlings grow well in purchased soil for vegetable seedlings or in a mixture of peat and humus. For planting containers, use plastic cups or containers. Be sure to make drainage holes.
Fill the containers with soil, which is then moistened. The “Tsukeshi” seeds are buried 2 cm and the container is covered with film. Small cups are placed in a large box so that the zucchini seedlings can be easily moved. Conditions for good development of zucchini seedlings "Tsukesha":
- temperature 18°C-24°C;
- humidity 70%;
- watering - once a week;
- temperature decrease to 20°C when the first leaf appears;
- feeding 2-3 times during cultivation.
More details need to be said about feeding seedlings. According to the description of the variety and reviews from gardeners, the feeding schedule for “Tsukesha” zucchini seedlings should be as follows:
- A week after seed germination.
- 10 days after the first feeding.
Suitable preparations are “Bud” (2 g), “Effekton” (1 tsp) or nitrophoska. For one plant, 0.5 - 1 cup of solution is enough. In the 4-leaf phase, “Tsukesha” zucchini seedlings are planted in the ground.
Caring for mature plants
Caring for Tsukesha zucchini consists of traditional items for vegetables. But there is a small peculiarity. The plant has large leaves, under which it is always cool, damp and dark. Because of this, the ovaries sometimes rot.
Zucchini needs proper care:
- Watering.The crop absorbs a lot of water. The variety "Tsukesha" sets a large number of fruits, the bush grows with voluminous green mass. To avoid harm, cover the soil under the bush with dry grass or straw. Young greenies will not touch the ground and will remain intact. Water only at the roots and as needed. Irrigation of leaves is acceptable during hot dry periods. One plant needs 10 liters of water. Try not to water Tsukesha zucchini with cold water.
- Thinning foliage. An important event when growing Tsukesha zucchini. The leaves that lie on the soil are cut out with pruning shears. It is permissible to remove 2-3 leaves in one pruning. Therefore, the procedure is repeated regularly. This technique not only improves the light and ventilation of the bush, but also allows bees to find flowers more easily.
- Feeding. When grown on compost heaps or on soil that has been well fertilized in advance, it is not necessary to feed the Tsukesha variety of zucchini. If the land is scarce or fertilizers have not been applied, then the bushes are fed with organic matter. Tsukeshi fruits grow quickly, so it is better not to use chemicals. Otherwise you will have to eat them. According to reviews from gardeners, an infusion of herbs prepared as in the photo is best suited for Tsukesha zucchini.
Infuse the chopped greens for 1-2 weeks, then add 2 liters of infusion to a garden watering can and water the zucchini. Another “favorite” remedy for zucchini is an infusion of bird droppings or mullein. Be sure to combine any fertilizing with watering, and at the end of the procedure, wash the leaves with clean water. The first time the plants are fed is in the 4-leaf phase, then at the moment of flowering. The following feedings are done every 2 weeks. - Fruit collection. Carry out regularly so that new ovaries are constantly formed.Those zucchini that are planned to be stored are not removed from the beds until a thick peel has formed.
Among the pests for Tsukesha zucchini, slugs, spider mites and sprout flies are dangerous. If parasites are detected, use wood ash, infusion of onion peels, garlic or chemicals (Iskra, karbofos, Intavir).
Zucchini can be affected by powdery mildew. To prevent problems from occurring, you need to carefully follow the requirements of agricultural technology:
- observe crop rotation;
- provide ventilation and optimal lighting;
- avoid overflow;
- regularly inspect the bushes.
In this case, the “Tsukesha” zucchini on the site will exactly match the photo and description.
