Hybrid cucumber variety "Sv 4097 tsv f1": growing and care features

The early-ripening cucumber variety "SV 4097 CV f1" was developed by Dutch breeders from the agricultural company Monsanto Holland BV. It is a parthenocarpic gherkin, meaning pollination is not required. However, this does not negatively affect the taste. The versatility of this variety lies in the fact that it can be planted in open beds and in greenhouses.

Description of the variety

Medium-sized bushes, reaching a height of up to 2 meters, have large, rich green leaves. Flowering is female. Two to three berries grow per node, though in warmer climates, this number can reach five. Harvesting begins 36 to 40 days after the first shoots emerge. The yield per square meter is 8-10 kg, which isn't the limit, as growing in a warm climate and providing the plants with sufficient light can yield up to 15 kg.

Characteristics of grown cucumbers:

• length 12-13 cm;
• diameter 3.5-4 cm;
• the fruit weight reaches 100 g;
• oval-cylindrical shape;
• the surface is strewn with medium-sized tubercles with white spines;
• the skin is dark green with barely protruding light stripes;
• do not taste bitter.

The variety is tolerant to temperature changes and adverse weather conditions, has immunity to most known cucumber diseases, such as white mosaic, cladosporiosis, ancracnose, but does not tolerate well powdery mildew And insect pests. The fruits do not overgrow and do not lose their flavor if they are forgotten to be picked from the plant in time.

Preparing seedlings

As the "SV 4097 CV f1" grows, it develops a strong root system, so a larger container is needed for planting. Before planting, the seeds are sorted and then heated near a heating source for a month. They are then hardened by wrapping them in a cloth and placing them in warm water for an hour. Then, without unwrapping them, they are placed in a cool place for 24 hours, at a temperature of 1 to 5°C.

In early May, the prepared seeds are planted in containers with soil, spaced 15-20 cm apart. A more reliable option is to plant them in individual peat pots. This way, there's no need to remove the seedlings from the containers when planting in the ground; they can be planted directly in the pots. These seeds will provide the growing plant and its roots with beneficial micronutrients.

Place the seedlings on a level, well-lit surface. A windowsill or table with a lamp pointed at it will work well. However, in the former case, it's recommended to place foam or a piece of insulation cut to size under the seedling container. A cold windowsill will transfer its heat to the soil, which can delay germination or cause the seedlings to develop diseased shoots.

Water daily in the morning with warm, settled water, or tap water. After mass germination, stop watering for 2-3 days to allow the shoots to strengthen, then resume as usual. Humidity plays a significant role in seedling development, so if there are heating appliances in the room, it's a good idea to place a humidifier or a container of water near the plants.

Soil preparation

Soil preparation begins long before planting. In the fall, weeds are carefully removed, the soil is tilled, and it is mixed with dry ash at a rate of 500 g per square meter of soil. In winter, snow is generously dumped onto the planting sites, including the greenhouse. After it melts, it will provide the soil with protective substances and allow the crop to grow denser.

In the spring, after the snow melts and the ground warms, till the soil, mixing it with 20 kg of manure, 10 g of potassium chloride, and 30 g of superphosphate per square meter. This will infuse the soil with nutrients. For best results, it's helpful to enrich it with nitrogen, and to eliminate excess acidity, apply lime to prevent subsequent diseases.

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Planting in the ground and care

It's recommended to plant seedlings in early June, while seeds are sown in late April, provided there are no night frosts. Planting them 2-3 cm deep, maintaining a distance of 40-50 cm between rows and 20-30 cm between plants. It's not recommended to plant more than two plants per square meter. If planting directly from seedlings, cover the beds with plastic or a vapor barrier overnight until the first shoots emerge.

To produce a good harvest, cucumbers "SV 4097 CV f1" require plenty of warm water, at 22°C or above. Rainwater can be used, but in both cases, it's best to let it settle. Avoid watering with a hose with a strong stream, as this risks splashing the leaves and the plant itself, which, paradoxically, will cause them to dry out. If water doesn't penetrate the soil, a time-honored and effective method is to carefully puncture the soil with a pitchfork. This will speed up the water's flow and minimize the risk of damaging the roots. Watering is carried out Every evening. During the flowering period, the soil is moistened once every 3 days.

Fertilizing is an important part of cucumber care. It enhances growth and increases yield by 5-10%. Fertilizing is recommended approximately five times per season. There are many methods. Here's one:

• take 10 g of dry yeast;
• pour them into 5 liters of warm water;
• add 200 g of sugar;
• stir and leave to ferment for 1 week at room temperature.

Mix 500 g of the mixture in a bucket of water, and use 1 liter of the resulting mixture per cucumber plant. If the plants were planted outdoors, then in regions with extreme temperature fluctuations, fertilizing will generally be pointless. The nutrients will not reach the aboveground portion of the shoot, as the root system will not absorb them.

Reviews

Boris

A month has passed since the first shoots emerged, and the bushes have already formed, formed clusters, and yielded a harvest. And they've been producing consistently, without problems, right up until autumn. Unfortunately, last season, I lost almost half my harvest to powdery mildew, but it turns out the "SV 4097 CV f1" is immune to this scourge.

Natalia

The variety has a strange name, but that's not the point. The cucumbers are delicious, without bitterness, and are perfect for snacking, pickling, or just eating them plain, after washing. The fruits don't overgrow and are attractive. The plant requires light—the more it has, the better the vegetables grow. To achieve this, I planted this variety in the open, in a spot that receives the most sun during the day.

With proper care, patience, and a competent approach, the SV 4097 CV f1 variety presents few problems. The fruits grow steadily throughout the season, combine flavor, aroma, and a pleasant crunch, and can be stored and transported without complications for a long time.