White cucumbers: 8 varieties with descriptions, photos and reviews

Content

1 Distinctive characteristics of white-fruited cucumbers
2 Varieties of white cucumbers
3 Rules for growing white-fruited cucumbers
4 Conclusion
5 Reviews of white cucumbers

White cucumbers are no longer an exotic dish on the table. Experienced gardeners and simply lovers of wonders have tried, or rather grown, white-fruited varieties in their plots. Seeds of new selections are purchased in Chinese online stores. The Russian market also offers varieties of white cucumbers, among which there are interesting specimens. An easy-to-care and high-yielding vegetable crop will soon become an everyday vegetable for Russian people.

Distinctive characteristics of white-fruited cucumbers

White cucumber varieties first appeared between 1960 and 1970. However, they were not grown on a production scale. The white-fruited vegetable disappeared from sight. It was Chinese breeders who resumed work on obtaining new hybrids. The species are slightly different from each other, but there is a general similarity. The whitish vegetable is eaten en masse in Asian countries.

When choosing a variety of white cucumbers, you do not need to focus on the photo, but you should familiarize yourself with the characteristics of the variety. Not only the appearance of the fruit is important, but also the yield, taste characteristics, and ripening time. If you compare white cucumbers and their green counterparts, you can find a number of distinctive qualities:

the pulp of a white vegetable does not have a bitter taste;
the skin is thin, tender;
light fruits have a rich, fresh aroma;
withstands sudden temperature changes;
able to grow and bear fruit at a temperature of + 45 ° C;
white cucumbers easily tolerate partial shade;
in green foliage, light fruits are immediately noticeable;
fruiting in greenhouses can last until frost;
ovaries appear along the entire length of the cane, so the yield of whitish varieties is high.

The appearance of white cucumbers on the seed market has aroused interest among gardeners. And this is explained not only by the original shade of the peel, but also by a number of positive qualities.

High frost resistance. The plant can be grown in garden beds; it is not afraid of a decrease in temperature.
Powerful stem up to 3 m in length. During the cultivation process, a vertical trellis is used, due to which the fruits remain clean and space is saved.
Strong immunity. White cucumbers do not grow aphids and do not suffer from downy mildew.
Does not require formation. Capable of creating ovaries on central and lateral shoots.
Unusual cucumber color. An original presentation in a fresh salad or in a glass jar will attract attention and make you want to try it.
The absence of pigment makes the vegetable safe for allergy sufferers.
Healing properties. The composition contains a large number of micronutrients beneficial to the human body.
Good keeping quality and transportability of fruits.

Attention! White cucumbers are not yet popular in Russia, so they are not suitable for sale on the market on a large scale.

Varieties of white cucumbers

Despite the small assortment of seed producers, it is possible to choose a variety of white cucumbers to suit your own taste. Characteristics of the type:

for open or closed ground;
with a smooth or spiky surface;
long or short size;
bee-pollinated or parthenocarpic;
for fresh salads or canning.

The following are the most popular and high-yielding varieties of white cucumbers.

Bidigo-Lungo

A hybrid variety of cucumbers, which was bred specifically for greenhouse cultivation. Thanks to this feature, you can get fruits in October-November. The yield is high and bears fruit for a long time. The precocity of the vegetable is noted. The fruits are ready for consumption 50 days after planting in greenhouses. Recommended for fresh consumption.

Snow Leopard

High-yielding variety of white cucumbers. The maximum length of the vegetable is 20-25 cm. The height of the bush reaches 3 m. As the plant grows, it is tied up or sent to special nets placed nearby. You can pick fruits when they reach 6-8 cm. Suitable for pickling or pickling.

Bride

Hybrid pollinated by bees. Early ripening cucumber. Fruit ripening period is on average 40 days. The plant is tall. For 1 sq. m plant no more than 4 bushes. The taste is pleasant, sweetish. The flesh is tender. During the growing process there is a need for frequent watering. Cucumber responds well to organic fertilizers.

White angel

Mid-season hybrid. The period of technical maturity of cucumbers occurs at 50-55 days. Mixed flowers. The plant is grown in indoor and open ground. Fruit weight is 60-70 g. Length is 7-9 cm. There are small thorns on the surface. The color of the surface of the fruit and thorns is white. There is no bitterness in the pulp. When outgrown, it loses its taste. There is no immunity to disease. The vegetable is used in fresh salads and canning.

Snow White

White-fruited cucumbers. The variety is high-yielding, early ripening.Easily tolerates sudden temperature changes. Recommended for growing in greenhouses and garden beds. The skin is thin. The taste is pleasant, sweet. The flesh is tender and the texture is soft. The seeds are small. The variety is in demand among farmers; white Snow White cucumbers are grown on an industrial scale. Suitable for canning. The vegetable is also good fresh.

Italian white

This variety of white cucumbers began to be cultivated in the last years of the 19th century. Fruits with a smooth surface, sparsely tuberculate. Color white. The length of the fruit is 20 cm. The core is juicy, soft, aromatic. The bush is tall, so lashes need to be tied to the support. However, horizontal cultivation is also possible. The variety has high resistance to diseases. Does not require special care.

Chinese white

The most common type of white-fruited cucumber, which was bred in China. The fruiting period is long and is about 90 days. The taste of the fruit is pronounced and sweet. The culture is distinguished by a long storage period for cucumbers. At the same time, the taste of vegetables does not change. Practically not susceptible to fungal diseases. Prefers fertile and well-drained soils.

White delicacy

It is also the development of Chinese breeders. Mid-season cucumbers. Technical maturity of the fruit occurs 45-50 days after the seedlings emerge. Suitable for growing in greenhouses and open ground. The fruits have a conical shape. Length 12-15 cm. Surface lumpy. The peel is soft, tender, and not bitter. Productivity per bush is 4 kg. Cucumbers are consumed fresh. Can be pickled and salted. The variety has good immunity.

Rules for growing white-fruited cucumbers

The color of cucumbers does not affect the general rules for growing the crop.However, there are still exceptions in agricultural technology.

Before planting seedlings, you need to choose the right substrate, because white varieties react sharply to the level of acidity.
Supports are installed for the white-fruited crop. It is extremely rare that these varieties are grown in the spread. This is due to the ventilation of multi-climbing plants.
Late picking of fruits leads not only to a deterioration in taste, but also to a decrease in yield. White cucumbers need to be picked when they are 10-15 cm long.
High humidity is favorably perceived by white cucumbers - fruiting increases. In hot weather, it is recommended to water nearby structures or paths. You can moisten the bushes somewhat less often than green cucumbers. Once every 4-5 days is enough and only with warm water.

In general, white cucumbers are easy to care for. It is only necessary to regularly water the beds, loosen the soil, harvest, and fertilize.

Be sure to remove any crust that appears after each moistening. Loose the soil immediately after absorbing the liquid.

Important! Weed the beds with white cucumbers regularly. Overgrown weeds create shade and take nutrients from the soil.

Feed with complex mineral fertilizers according to the instructions. Chicken manure and mullein are also used. The number of feedings should not exceed 5 for the entire season.

When grown in greenhouse conditions, regular ventilation is necessary to prevent the appearance of mold and rot.

Conclusion

White cucumbers are a worthy alternative to green vegetables. They can be grown in greenhouses from early spring until late autumn. Easy care and high yields encourage gardeners to continue planting.The exotic appearance will add decoration to the table, and the pleasant taste will delight gourmets. White cucumbers are a worthy alternative to green ones.

Reviews of white cucumbers

Irina Andreevna, 43 years old, Rossosh

If you want something new, I recommend trying the Snow White variety of white cucumbers. The pulp is juicy. Sweet, pleasant. I pick them in the form of gherkins and marinate them in jars. Sometimes I mix it with green varieties. It turns out original. My family likes it, we’ve been planting it for years. I advise anyone who hasn't planted it to try it.

Inna Pavlovna, 49 years old, Tula

White cucumbers are really good for canning. They remain elastic, crispy, dense. Just don’t cover overgrown fruits. They don't look very good, and they don't taste the same. Children love to eat white cucumbers fresh because they don't come across bitter ones. The skin is soft and thin. The pulp is juicy. There is no particular hassle during the maintenance process. I harvest every other day. Wonderful vegetables.

Daria Vasilievna, 55 years old, Ivanovo

We plant white cucumbers in greenhouses in early spring. In May there are young cucumbers. I take care of it the same way as I do with green vegetables, but the yield is much higher. I feed mainly with organic fertilizers. I don’t use nitrogen preparations because I grow them for myself. I wish the product was natural. A garter is needed, without it there won’t be many cucumbers. Good variety "White Angel".