Khabar cucumbers: yield and disease resistance

Cucumbers

The Khabar cucumber has a vibrant flavor and is easy to care for. Its numerous advantages, listed in the description, are backed up by reviews from gardeners. Judging by descriptions and photographs, the plants grow strong and resilient. The crop tolerates low temperatures well, so it is grown primarily in open beds. Even in northern regions, the variety's yield and disease resistance remain high.

Description of the culture

The Khabar cucumber is the result of the work of breeder Olga Migina. To create plants resistant to cold and disease, she crossed the Japanese Tokiwa Zhibai variety with the Far Eastern 27 variety, and then with the 0.1723 selection. In 1999, the resulting crop was registered with the Far Eastern Research Institute of Agriculture, and in 2000, it was added to the State Register of the Russian Federation. The variety was named after the Khabarovsk Krai, the place where it originated.

Note!

The variety is pollinated by bees, so it is not advisable to plant it in a closed greenhouse.

The Khabar cucumber bushes are medium-sized, tall, and vine-like. The foliage is small, slightly wrinkled, and green. Both male and female flowers develop on the plant. Each leaf node produces a single ovary. The fruits are oblong-cylindrical, reaching 11 cm in length and 4 cm in diameter. Each cucumber averages 90 g. The skin is coarsely tuberculated, richly green, with light-colored stripes. A distinctive feature of this variety is the dark pubescence on the surface of the fruit.

Characteristics of the variety

The Khabar cucumber is an early-ripening variety. The first harvest occurs 41-46 days after germination. 90% of the marketable output is obtained within a season. The Khabar variety yields up to 4 kg per 1 m.²Up to 40 tons of first-class cucumbers can be harvested per hectare. Thanks to its abundant and long-lasting fruiting, this variety is a favorite among farmers who grow cucumbers for commercial use.

Agricultural technology of the variety

The bed for planting the Khabar cucumber is prepared in the fall. A sunny spot with fertile soil is preferred. In the fall, weeds, rhizomes, and debris are removed from the plot. Acidified soil is limed with slaked lime. It is spread over the entire surface, and then the soil is dug to the depth of a spade. Depending on the degree of acidity, the soil is saturated with lime per 1 m.² You'll need 600-800 g of slaked lime. In the spring, level the soil and fertilize it with mineral mixtures, rotted manure, or wood ash.

Features of cultivation

When growing Khabar cucumbers from seedlings, sow the seeds in early May. Before germination, disinfect the seeds by soaking them in a weak solution of potassium permanganate. It is recommended to plant the seeds in peat pellets to avoid damaging the roots during transplantation. Seedlings emerge in 14 days and are nurtured for approximately three weeks. The grown seedlings are transplanted to their permanent location in late May or early June. The stems should have four true leaves per 1 m.² 3-4 plants are planted.

How to care for cucumber beds

Before buds form, water the bushes once every 5 days. Water consumption is 3-4 liters per 1 m.² or 1 liter per bush. During the flowering and fruiting period, the soil is moistened once every 3 days, using 8-10 liters of water per 1 m² Or 2.5-3 liters per plant. Cucumbers should be watered with warm water. Apply it at the roots, avoiding contact with the leaves. Avoid overwatering, as this will result in fungal infections.

Important!

The soil should be loosened periodically and weeds removed. Cucumber roots are located in the top layer of soil, so care must be taken not to damage them.

To ensure the Khabar cucumber produces abundant fruit, follow these guidelines when caring for it:

This variety is typically grown on a vertical trellis, to which the main stem is secured. When it reaches the top of the support, the growing point is pinched, the side shoots are trimmed, and the buds in the first three leaf axils are removed. The remaining shoots are pinched above the third leaf.
Overripe cucumbers lose their excellent flavor and marketable appearance, so they need to be harvested daily. Frequent harvesting stimulates the formation of new ovaries.
To attract pollinating insects, it's recommended to spray cucumber beds with syrup. It's made from 1 liter of warm water, 100 g of sugar, and 2 g of boric acid.
The Khabar cucumber responds well to foliar feeding with urea with a small addition of potassium permanganate and copper sulfate. During the growing season, cucumbers are fed 4-5 times. Organic and mineral fertilizers should be alternated. Fertilizers should be applied only to moist soil. Two weeks after planting, the seedlings are fertilized with Agricola or a solution consisting of 2 tablespoons of superphosphate and 10 liters of water.

Control of harmful insects and diseases

The Khabar cucumber variety is resistant to many diseases, especially bacterial blight and downy mildew. However, improper care can lead to the development of various infections. To reduce the risk of pests and diseases, follow these tips:

Seeds must be purchased from reputable producers who disinfect them before sale.
Cucumbers should be grown in well-fertilized beds and fertilized periodically at intervals of at least 14 days. To prevent the fruit from becoming misshapen, phosphorus-potassium fertilizers should be added. If growth is slow, feed the plants with a nitrogen-containing fertilizer.
It is necessary to promptly remove damaged parts of bushes, dead or diseased plants.

Note!

Signs of infection in cucumbers include spots, a whitish coating, or discoloration of the foliage.

As a preventative measure, it is recommended to periodically spray the bushes with insecticides and antifungal agents. If insects are detected, cucumbers can be sprayed with Actellic, Fitoverm, or a garlic infusion. The latter is prepared by combining 100 g of crushed cloves and 1 liter of water. The mixture is left to steep for 7 days in a sealed container. Then, the infusion is strained and diluted with 9 liters of water.

Reviews

Alina, 39 years old

I've been growing Khabar cucumbers for two years. I sow the seeds directly into the soil. After just 1.5 months, I'm harvesting the first fruits. They're completely free of bitterness. The cucumbers are delicious fresh and canned. This variety produces well in open beds and is disease-resistant. It's easy to grow on a trellis. With minimal effort, I always reap a bountiful harvest.

Antonina, 31 years old

When growing the Khabar variety, regular fertilizing is necessary, otherwise the yield will decrease. Chemical treatments are not necessary. Over three seasons, the bushes have never been affected by diseases or harmful insects. Unlike other cucumber varieties, they always produce a large number of ovaries. The flesh is juicy, crisp, and slightly sweet. Summer cucumber salads are delicious.

The Khabar cucumber is suitable for cultivation in gardens and on farms in any region. This variety easily adapts to growing conditions, is rarely affected by disease, and its fruits are not bitter. With proper care, it produces abundant fruit in both hot and cold climates. Another undeniable advantage is the ability to collect seeds for subsequent cultivation.