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Cucumber is one of the most common vegetable crops, which gardeners love so much. The Herman cucumber is a winner among other varieties due to its high yield, its taste and the duration of fruiting.
Characteristics of the variety
The hybrid variety of cucumbers Herman F1 was allowed for cultivation in the Russian Federation back in 2001, and during this time it managed to attract the attention of both amateurs and experienced gardeners, not giving up its leadership to this day. Herman F1 is a universal variety that is suitable for growing in greenhouses, open ground and farms over large areas.
The description of the German F1 cucumber variety on the packaging is incomplete, so you should study all the intricacies of this hybrid.
An adult cucumber bush grows to medium size and has a terminal growth point of the main trunk.
The leaves of the bush are medium sized, dark green. The Herman F1 cucumber itself is cylindrical in shape, has medium ribbing and moderate tuberculation, and the thorns are light. The peel is dark green in color, has slight spotting, short white stripes and a slight bloom. The average length of cucumbers is 10 cm, diameter 3 cm, and weight no more than 100 g. The pulp of cucumbers is not bitter, has a sweetish taste, is light green in color and is of medium density.Due to its taste, the German cucumber variety is suitable not only for pickling for the winter, but also for fresh consumption in salads.
Storage is possible for a long time, yellowness does not appear. If harvested untimely, they grow up to 15 cm and can remain on the bush for a long period. The Herman F1 cucumber variety has good characteristics for transportation even over long distances.
This variety of cucumbers is immune to powdery mildew, cladospornosis and mosaic. But due to the possibility of damage by aphids, spider mites and rust, preventive measures must be taken for the hybrid cucumber variety German F1.
Growing
Initially, the seeds of cucumbers of the hybrid variety Herman F1 are treated with thiram (a protective coating with nutrients) using the pelleting procedure, so no additional actions are required with the seeds. If the seeds are naturally white, you may have purchased a fake.
German F1 cucumbers can be grown in summer cottages and large farm areas. Due to the fact that the plant is parthenocarpic, its cultivation in a greenhouse is possible even in winter. From the emergence of seedlings to the first cucumbers, approximately 35 days pass. Active mass fruiting of cucumbers of the hybrid variety German F1 begins on the 42nd day. To prevent burns in the summer, you need to think about the sowing location in advance or arrange additional shade (sow corn nearby, come up with a temporary canopy that is placed in abundant sunshine). When grown in a greenhouse, cucumbers need to be watered 2-3 times a week, but in open ground - more often, as the soil dries out. After each watering, it is necessary to mulch around the bush. Under good conditions from 1 m2 You can harvest up to 12-15 kg of cucumbers, and the hybrid variety German F1 will bear fruit from early June to September. Harvesting can be done manually and using agricultural technology.
Planting by seeds
Growing a Herman F1 cucumber will not be difficult even for a beginner. Thanks to the special coating, German cucumber seeds do not require additional procedures before sowing, and the germination rate is more than 95%, therefore, when planting directly into the ground, the seeds should be placed one at a time, without subsequent thinning. Various types of soil are suitable for sowing, the main thing is that there is a sufficient amount of fertilizer present. The earth should warm up to 13°C during the day, and up to 8°C at night. But the air temperature should not drop below 17°C during the day. The approximate period for planting German F1 cucumber seeds in early May may vary depending on the region.
The soil needs to be dug up well, it is advisable to add sawdust or last year's leaves. This procedure is necessary for aeration so that the soil is filled with the necessary amount of oxygen. Immediately before sowing German F1 seeds, humus, peat or mineral fertilizers are placed in the holes. Then the sowing area is watered abundantly. The seeds are sown at a distance of 30-35 cm from each other, 70-75 cm must be left between the rows, which will allow for convenient harvesting. The sowing depth should not exceed 2 cm. If the seeds of the hybrid variety German F1 are sowed outside the greenhouse, the seeds can be covered with film to maintain the temperature; after the sprouts appear, it should be removed.
Planting seedlings
Cucumber seedlings of the hybrid variety GermanF1 are grown for earlier harvesting. The seeds germinate in favorable conditions in advance, and already grown cucumber bushes are planted in the main place of growth.
Containers for seedlings of German F1 cucumbers must be selected with a large diameter so that when transplanting, a large lump of soil is left on the roots to avoid damage.
Separate containers are filled with a special substrate intended for growing vegetables or only cucumbers. Thus, you can be sure that the soil is filled with the necessary minerals for the full growth and development of cucumber seedlings. The seeds are sown to a depth of about 2 cm, then covered with cling film or glass to maintain the required temperature and humidity (greenhouse effect) and placed in a sunny place.
After the sprouts appear, it is necessary to remove the covering from the German F1 cucumber seedlings and slightly lower the room temperature to avoid the seedlings being stretched, otherwise the stem will become long, but thin and weak. After about 21-25 days, the cucumber seedlings are ready to be transplanted into a greenhouse or open ground.
It is recommended to plant cucumber seedlings of the hybrid variety German F1 up to the cotyledon leaves in pre-prepared holes. As with seeds, the planting site must be fertilized and watered.
Bush formation
For the convenience of harvesting and increasing it, it is necessary to correctly form the cucumber bush and subsequently monitor its development. Form it into one main stem. Due to the excellent climbing ability of the Herman F1 cucumber, it is necessary to use trellises. This method is suitable for both open ground and greenhouse cultivation.
Twine is often used in greenhouses.Natural material is used for its harness; it is not recommended to use nylon or nylon, as this material can damage the stem. The thread is tied to the posts and the length is measured to the soil. The end must be stuck into the ground near the bush to a shallow depth, carefully so as not to damage the roots. For future gartering of side shoots, you need to make separate bundles 45-50 cm long from the main trellis. A separate tourniquet is made for each cucumber bush. When the cucumber bush does not exceed 40 cm in height, you should carefully wrap its stem around the twine several times. As the seedlings grow, the procedure is repeated several times until they reach the trellis.
To ensure that the overgrown stem of the bush does not interfere with the passage between the rows and for greater yield, it is necessary to pinch off its edge. You should also remove all shoots and ovaries that form in the first four leaves of the bush. This is necessary for the formation of a strong root system, since nutrients and moisture enter the cucumber bush through it. In the next two axils, 1 ovary is left, the rest is pinched. All subsequent ovaries are left as is to form a harvest, usually there are 5-7 of them per node.
Top dressing
To improve the yield of the hybrid variety German F1, it is necessary to use different types of fertilizers, from sowing seeds to fruiting. There are several types of feeding:
- nitrogen;
- phosphorus;
- potassium
The first feeding of the cucumber must be done before flowering begins; it is necessary for the active growth of the bush. You can use store-bought fertilizers or apply horse, cow or chicken droppings. The second feeding of Herman F1 cucumber is done when the fruits are formed. During this period, it is necessary to use phosphorus and potassium.If necessary, this procedure can be repeated after a week. During the entire growth of the cucumber, it is necessary to fertilize with ash.
Cucumber variety Hermann F1 is an excellent choice for beginners and avid gardeners. Early ripeness and high yield will make it possible to enjoy the bright taste for a long time. And the pleasant reviews about German cucumbers once again confirm this.
