Cucumber hybrid "Kadril f1": description and cultivation features

Kadril F1 is a hybrid cucumber variety. Unpretentious, with a strong immune system and high yield, it is a favorite among experienced gardeners. According to breeders, it can be grown in any region of the Russian Federation. Thanks to its strong immunity, the plant is capable of producing a harvest even in unfavorable conditions and in the absence of good lighting, for which it is valued by vegetable growers.

General information about the variety

Cucumbers of the Kadril f1 variety delight gardeners with a harvest already 45-48 days after planting in open ground or a greenhouse.

General characteristics:

• the bush grows tall and requires support;
• blooms according to the female type, requires pollination;
• Several bouquets are formed on one bush, each of which can produce 7-10 ovaries (usually each of them produces fruit);
• there are few leaves, they are bright green;
• The fruits grow up to 13 cm long.

Breeders are developing hybrid varieties based on consumer demand. Kadril F1 was developed to produce a good harvest even in regions with limited sunshine and where excessive soil moisture causes common plant diseases.

Description of hybrid cucumbers:

1. The weight of one fruit reaches 100 g.
2. The cucumber grows strong and bumpy.
3. There are a few white spines on the skin.
4. The pulp is elastic, whole, without voids.
5. The seeds are small and do not flake off.
6. The fruit can grow up to 10-13 cm in length.
7. The cucumber aroma is bright.
8. Taste without bitterness.

The density of Kadril F1 cucumbers allows them to be eaten and preserved without waiting for them to reach their full size and ripen completely. Small cucumbers are suitable for pickling, like gherkins, and the tiny green cucumbers are perfect for making pickles.

Large, ripe fruits are perfect for fresh salads, added to smoothies, or used to make a non-alcoholic cucumber infusion called Sassi water.

Yield of the variety

The Kadril hybrid is one of those cultivars capable of forming "bouquets" of ovaries on a single bush. Each of these bouquets produces up to 10 flowers, which, even under less favorable conditions, produce an equal number of fruits.

Due to the small number of leaves, all the plant's energy is devoted to setting and developing cucumbers, resulting in a good yield of up to 7 kg per bush. The harvest is transportable (the fruits are firm, so they don't bruise or burst). They retain their marketable appearance and flavor even during long-term storage.

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Quadrille is a hybrid that produces fruit when grown:

• in open ground;
• in hotbeds and greenhouses;
• houses on balconies and windowsills.

Good yield is what gardeners love about this hybrid variety.

Advantages and disadvantages of the variety

The Kadril F1 variety of plant is considered highly immune: it is not susceptible to diseases common to related crops, making it easy to grow and care for, both experienced and amateur gardeners.

The advantages of this variety include the following:

1. Self-pollination. Bushes can be grown without the addition of pollinators or the help of insects.
2. Ability to grow in open ground and at home on a windowsill.
3. Low percentage of diseases.
4. Low maintenance.

Gardeners note that this hybrid variety has no drawbacks. The only difficulty that novice gardeners may encounter is the need to tie the bushes and ensure that the plant does not break under the weight of the fruit.

Resistance to diseases and pests

An important distinguishing feature of the hybrid variety Kadril F1 is its immunity, that is, resistance to diseases common among related plants.

The bushes of Kadrili F1 do not suffer from diseases such as

• mosaic disease;
• olive spot;
• powdery rot;
• root rot;
• downy mildew.

Quadrile bushes can be susceptible to pests, so gardeners recommend protecting seedlings. Regularly treating open soil with systemic preparations and folk remedies (such as ash) ensures the survival of both young and mature plants.

Features of agricultural technology of the variety

The Kadril F1 variety is self-pollinating, so it doesn't require hybrid pollinators. It can be grown independently in outdoor beds, in hotbeds and greenhouses, or indoors. Hybrid cucumbers are grown directly from seed, planted in warm soil, or from seedlings purchased or grown locally.

Like all early summer varieties, Kadril is grown in the open air, adhering to the following agricultural principles:

1. They wait until the weather forecast becomes favorable for planting (forecasters stop predicting frost).
2. The air temperature will show positive degrees.
3. The soil has warmed up.

If you're growing seedlings in indoor greenhouses or on balconies, it's recommended to follow the same principles for growing any variety of cucumber:

1. Calculate the timing of planting strong seedlings in the garden, and start from the approximate date.
2. Use disinfected soil.
3. Use a growth stimulator.
4. Sow seeds in biodegradable containers. These are pots from which you don't have to remove the plant and its soil; they can be placed directly into a hole in the open ground.
5. Cucumbers are heat-loving plants, so they require a comfortable temperature. No less than 21°C after germination.
6. Observe the ventilation and hardening regime for seedlings.
7. Before planting the plants in the soil, treat them with preparations that protect the young root system from insect pests.

Plant the hybrid in late May, weather permitting, or early June. Depending on the region and location of your garden, you should consider this.

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Since Kadril f1 is a tall plant, it needs to be supported. For this, prepare several vertical supports. The bush with this "support" grows even stronger, the fruits gain weight and don't fall over the beds.

One recommendation is to plant cucumbers with friendly crops. The hybrid thrives with salad greens (onions, garlic, dill, and others), beets, cabbage, and radishes.

Quadrille F1 is a low-maintenance hybrid. To ensure a good harvest, follow these guidelines:

• provide plantings with sufficient moisture;
• observe the watering regime;
• do not water the bushes from above (the fruits will get burned), water at the roots;
• regularly weed the beds and remove weeds;
• loosen the soil (the roots need an air cushion);
• harvest on time.

Quadrille is a bush that produces clusters of flowers. Cucumbers grow heavy, and the plant bends under their weight, tending toward the ground. Regular harvesting ensures its preservation and long-lasting fruiting.

With proper care, the bushes do not break, and the fruits are sweet and aromatic.

Reviews

Hybrid varieties are purchased by gardeners facing a number of problems. Varietal cucumbers become diseased, fail to grow to their full potential, fail to form fruit buds, or drop fruit, producing poor yields. The fruits often have watery flesh, are bitter, or rot while still on the vine. Here are reviews from those who chose Kadril F1.

Antonina Ivanovna, 67 years old, Ivanovo

These are great cucumbers. Sweet. Beautiful. Perfect for pickling. I had no problems growing them. I started them as seedlings at home and transplanted them into the garden at the beginning of summer. I didn't do any special care for them. Just weeding, watering, and occasionally feeding. The harvest was a delight, of course. For the first time, I had so many fresh cucumbers, both for the table and for pickling.

Sergei Nikolaevich, 70 years old. Tula

The quadrille is beautiful! Last year my wife and I planted it in one bed, and this year we're expanding. Since it's growing so well, we've decided to plant three beds at once. We'll preserve more in jars, because last time the grandchildren gobbled up almost all the cucumbers.

Marina Vitalievna, 60 years old, Serpukhov

Our whole village bought Kadril. And everyone had a good harvest. The saleswomen didn't let us down; they were right when they said there was no hassle with these cucumbers. Sometimes, burdocks grow tall and there are no ovaries. These long, vining cucumbers hang in clusters. And how come they don't fall over!

When choosing seeds for seedlings, gardeners have specific requirements, including the most important: producing a good harvest, which means avoiding barren flowers and resisting disease and lack of sun. The Kadril F1 hybrid meets all these requirements: it's easy to care for, requires no pollination, has a strong immune system, and delights gardeners with sweet fruits.