Cucumber variety Karin F1 reviews, description, photos, planting and care, characteristics, seeds

Hedgehog - a variety of cucumber plant

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Information on the admission of Cucumber Hedgehog from the Register of the State Variety Commission of the Russian Federation

Application for admission No. 40407, registered 2003-11-28. The Cucumber Hedgehog variety was included in the register of approved varieties in 2006. Approved for use in the regions: West Siberian, East Siberian.

The originator of the Cucumber Hedgehog variety is:

Information about the patent for the variety Cucumber Hedgehog

Patent holder of the Hedgehog variety:

FEDERAL RESEARCH CENTER INSTITUTE OF CYTOLOGY AND GENETICS OF THE SIBERIAN DIVISION OF THE RUSSIAN ACADEMY OF SCIENCES (630090, NOVOSIBIRSK, ACADEMIC LAVRENTIEV PR., 10)

Application for protection of the Hedgehog variety No. 45413, registered 2003-11-28.

Patent No. 5208, registered 2010-02-16. Estimated patent expiration date 2040-12-31.

Description of the variety

This hybrid cucumber is distinguished by its ultra-early ripening period - the first harvest from the vines can be harvested within 36 days from the moment the seed material germinates.

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Cucumber Karin F1 belongs to the parthenocarpic type, therefore it does not require pollination by bees and other pollinating insects. As a result, this hybrid grows and bears fruit well in greenhouses and film greenhouses. The lashes are strong and strong, the central shoot is of an indeterminate type, with enormous growth force, can reach a height of 1.9-2.1 m. Side shoots are formed in moderate quantities, to activate their growth, usually the top of the central shoot is pinched at a height of 2.0 m.

An average amount of foliage is formed on the shoots - quite large, slightly wrinkled, rich emerald in color.

Flowers on the vines are formed almost exclusively of the female type; they are collected in bouquet-type inflorescences. Up to 5-7 ovaries can form in each node.

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The fruits of this hybrid are gherkin-type, all greens grow approximately the same size - up to 10 cm in length, about 2.5 cm in diameter, weighing about 60 g. The shape of greens is cylindrical, elongated. The skin of these gherkins is thin, but dense and crispy, with small pimples and light pubescence. The color of the skin is dark emerald, with short longitudinal light stripes.

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The pulp is tender, sweetish, without voids and bitterness, which is absent in these gherkins at the genetic level. Since this cucumber is a hybrid, the seeds in its fruit remain at the milky stage.

Ripe gherkins have a classic taste and characteristic cucumber aroma.

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Collected gherkins can be transported to any distance - neither their taste nor appearance deteriorates during transportation. It is better to store cucumbers in containers with holes (for ventilation), in which case the shelf life of the greens will be quite long.

Cucumber Karin F1

Cucumber Hedgehog F1 ®

High-yielding short-fruited parthenocarpic hybrid bred by SibNIIRS. Designed for cultivation in open ground, greenhouses and shelters. From germination to fruiting 43-45 days. The greens are very beautiful, very tuberculate, with black thorns, do not turn yellow, 7-8 cm long, weighing 70-90 g, high taste and pickling qualities. The hybrid is adapted to sudden changes in temperature and soil moisture. Resistant to downy mildew, bacteriosis and root rot.

Please note that there are hybrids on the market with a similar or identical name.
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Growing and care

For optimal ripening, the hybrid requires:

Regular watering of 3-4 liters per bush. Multiplicity 3-5 times per week.
Feeding with alternating organic matter (litter, mullein) and minerals (potassium and phosphorus salts, nitrophoska).
Fixation to a support, leading into 1 shoot, pinching the side branches.

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Please note that there are hybrids on the market with a similar or identical name.
We are not responsible for the quality of seeds from other manufacturers. You can purchase Hedgehog F1 selection from SibNIIRS only in our store!
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Description and characteristics of the variety

The hybrid is grown universally - under film covers and in open beds. The bushes grow powerful and strong, the side branches are compact. The foliage and climbing are moderate, the fruits are easy to collect. The plants form many female inflorescences, and bunched ovaries form on the shoots. 1 node grows 4-5 fruits. Hedgehogs from "Aelita" have gherkins with characteristic features:

length 8-9 cm;

weight 60-80 g;

diameter 2-3 cm;

flattened cylindrical shape;

tubercles small, infrequent;

The pulp is juicy and crisp.

How to plant?

It is recommended to grow Hedgehog cucumbers from seedlings to get an earlier harvest. A greenhouse is provided for seedlings. It can withstand a certain microclimate. The seeds are pre-treated with an antiseptic and germinated in sawdust.

The sawdust is moistened with Fitosporin or Epin solution. “Fitosporin” is a fungicide that destroys pathological microflora on the peel and core of the seed. "Epin" is a growth stimulant. This drug triggers metabolism in seedlings.

When the shell cracks and a sprout begins to appear, sowing is carried out. For cucumbers, it is recommended to provide individual peat containers. The optimal volume is 500 ml.

The containers are filled with soil mixture. It is recommended to pour boiling water on it or treat it with potassium permanganate solution. Ground temperature – 25 C.

Seedlings are planted to a depth of 5 cm, sprinkled with sawdust and ash; maintain soil moisture and powder. Watering is not carried out. The containers are covered with film; it must be lifted daily to remove excess moisture. Seedlings are left at a temperature of 28 C.

After 5 days, sprouts begin to appear en masse. The film is removed and the microclimate is changed. During the day the temperature is maintained at 22-25 C, at night the temperature is reduced to 18-20 C.

A week later, another decrease in temperature is carried out: 18-22 C during the day, 12-15 C at night. A lamp is installed for the seedlings; fluorescent lamp. It is necessary to maintain a daylight hours of 14-16 hours.

Watering is carried out once a week. Seedlings can be treated with Zircon once. As a preventive measure, add “Potassium humates” to the irrigation liquid once. Planting in the ground is carried out when 4 leaves are fully formed on the bush. The seedlings are pre-adapted and taken out to the garden plot.

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Furrows in the area are cut immediately before planting. At a distance of 30-40 cm, holes are made in a checkerboard pattern on both sides of the ridge. The depth of the hole is 15 cm. Fertilizer “Spring”, 15 g, is placed at the bottom of the hole; mixed with soil.

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Sprinkle the bush with prepared soil mixture with the addition of sawdust. Plants can be mulched immediately. The seedlings are pre-watered with the addition of “Potassium Humates” or the biofertilizer “Siyanie-1” is used. The soil should be moist, but the bush should be watered a little; Add up to 1 liter of warm water to the well.