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To get a good harvest in their garden, many vegetable growers use proven varieties. But when another new product appears, there is always a desire to experiment and test its effectiveness. The recently bred cucumber Bjorn f1 is already highly appreciated by many farmers and ordinary gardeners. Reviews from those who have used its seeds for sowing are only positive.
History of variety selection
In 2014, the world-famous Dutch company Enza Zaden introduced its cucumber variety Bjorn f1 to its consumers. The result of the painstaking work of breeders was a new species, bred using the best genetic material.
The cucumber hybrid Bjorn was included in the Russian State Register in 2015.
Description of cucumbers Bjorn f1
Cucumber variety Bjorn f1 grows as an indeterminate plant. This is a parthenocarpic hybrid that does not require pollination. The development of ovaries does not depend on weather conditions and does not require the presence of insects.
The variety is suitable for open ground and greenhouses. There are no natural restrictions on growth, the root system is highly developed.It is characterized by weak climbing. The leaf mass does not overload the plant.
Branching is self-regulating. Short side shoots have slow growth, the beginning of which coincides with the end of the main fruiting period of the central stem.
The description of the Bjorn cucumber says that it has a female type of flowering; there are no barren flowers. The ovaries are placed in bouquets of 2 to 4 pieces each.
Thanks to this formation of bushes, caring for and harvesting is quite simple.
Description of fruits
Bjorn f1 cucumbers are characterized by one feature: the sizes and shapes remain uniform throughout the entire fruiting period. They do not tend to outgrow, barrel, or turn yellow. This is a gherkin type of cucumber. The fruits grow evenly and acquire a cylindrical shape. Their length is no more than 12 cm, average weight is 100 g.
The appearance of the vegetable is quite attractive. The peel has a dark green color, no spots or light stripes. The pulp is crispy, dense, excellent taste, complete absence of bitterness, genetically determined.
Characteristics of cucumbers Bjorn f1
When considering the characteristics of a variety, it is worth paying attention to some of its qualities.
Cucumber yield Bjorn
Cucumber Björn f1 is one of the earliest varieties. The period between planting and harvesting is 35-39 days. It bears fruit within 60-75 days. Many gardeners in greenhouses grow cucumbers twice a season.
The variety is popular due to its high yield and abundant fruiting. In open ground conditions, 13 kg/m² is harvested, in greenhouses - 20 kg/m².To get a rich harvest, it is preferable to grow cucumbers as seedlings.
Application area
Cucumber variety Bjorn f1 universal use. The vegetable is used to prepare fresh salads. It is both the main and an additional component of preserves for the winter. Tolerates transportation well.
Resistance to diseases and pests
The hybrid has strong immunity, genetically determined. It is not threatened by typical diseases of cucumbers - viral mosaic, cladosporiosis, powdery mildew, viral yellowing of leaves. Possesses stress resistance. Adverse weather conditions, prolonged cloudy weather, and temperature changes do not affect the development of the plant. The flowering of the cucumber does not stop, the ovary is formed as under normal conditions. It is highly resistant to pests and diseases.
Advantages and disadvantages of the variety
Almost all vegetable growers who have used the Bjorn f1 cucumber on their plots have only positive reviews. They highly appreciated its unique properties, which allowed it to become one of the elite varieties. Many people note the following positive qualities:
- high productivity;
- excellent taste;
- friendly fruiting;
- no special care requirements;
- resistance to pests and diseases;
- high commercial properties.
According to domestic vegetable growers, Bjorn has virtually no shortcomings.
Growing cucumbers Bjorn
The process of growing cucumber Björn f1 is similar to other varieties and hybrids, but some features are still present.
Planting seedlings
To grow strong seedlings, you need to follow a number of recommendations:
- Sowing for planting cucumber Bjorn f1 in a greenhouse is carried out in early April, in open ground - in early May.
- There is no need to pre-treat or prepare the seeds.
- Sowing is done in small pots or large peat tablets. Place 1 seed in a 0.5 liter container.
- Before the seeds germinate, the temperature in the room is maintained at + 25 °C, followed by a decrease to + 20 °C to prevent the seedlings from stretching.
- For irrigation, use settled water at room temperature.
- Watering and fertilizing are carried out at the same frequency as for other varieties.
- Before transplanting seedlings into open ground, they are hardened off. The duration of this procedure depends on the condition of the plants and is 5-7 days. Plants with 5 leaves take root well in a new place and withstand spring weather changes.
- When planting in open ground, they adhere to a certain arrangement: rows are formed at a distance of 1.5 m from each other, and bushes - 35 cm.
- Once the plants are transferred to the bed, supports must be installed and strings must be pulled to create a trellis.
Growing cucumbers using the seedless method
The seedless method involves sowing Bjorn f1 cucumber seeds directly into the ground. This procedure is carried out in May, when the frosts stop and the soil warms up to + 13 °C. Experienced vegetable growers focus on weather and climatic conditions. Seeds placed in cold soil will not sprout.
The most suitable period for greenhouses and greenhouses is the second ten days of May. It is not recommended to sow at a later date, since the June heat has a bad effect on the plants.
The soil for the garden bed should be fertile, light, with neutral acidity. In the place chosen for planting, remove weeds, dig up the soil and water it. Dry seeds are placed in holes to a depth of 3 cm and covered with humus. The distance between the holes is 35-40 cm.
Both sunny and shaded places are suitable for growing Bjorn f1. Considering that cucumbers are light-loving crops, places rich in sunlight should be used for planting.
Aftercare for cucumbers
The agricultural technology of the Bjorn cucumber consists of watering, loosening, and weeding. Be sure to remove weeds between the bushes. If there has been heavy rain or watering has been done, the cucumbers are loosened. This procedure is carried out very carefully to prevent damage to the plant.
Cucumbers are moisture-loving plants. They especially need watering during the period of fruit formation and growth. But when doing this, it is important to ensure that water does not get on the leaves. Water only the soil, preferably in the evening, 1-2 times every 7 days during flowering, every 4 days during fruiting.
Fertilizing Bjorn cucumber involves the alternate use of mineral fertilizers to increase the yield and its quality and organic matter to ensure intensive growth and increase in green mass. It is held in 3 stages throughout the season. The plant needs the first feeding when 2 leaves appear, the second - during the development phase of 4 leaves, the third - during the flowering period.
Timely harvesting of fruits will ensure an increase in the fruiting period, maintaining their quality and presentation.
Bush formation
This variety is grown using the trellis method. Bushes do not form during development. During growth, side shoots are regulated by the plant itself.
Conclusion
Cucumber Bjorn f1 combines high gastronomic qualities, good preservation and simplified plant care. Professional vegetable growers and ordinary gardeners are not afraid of the high cost of seed material. They prefer to grow it, since during planting and general care of the bushes they do not need to make much effort to obtain a large harvest.
