Hybrid cucumber variety "Crispina f1": advantages and disadvantages

Cucumbers

The "Crispina f1" cucumber variety was developed by Dutch breeders. The principles of planting and growing this hybrid in open ground are simple and easy to understand. This plant requires no special care and is rarely susceptible to disease. As the description and reviews indicate, this variety is pest-resistant and begins bearing fruit early. These advantages are explained by its robust immunity and productivity.

General information about the variety and bush

This European development was added to the Russian state register in 2000. It is suitable for cultivation on small farms and in summer cottages. Crispina can be grown in greenhouses or outdoor beds. The variety is parthenocarpic, meaning it self-pollinates. Therefore, it maintains its yield when grown indoors. It differs from other hybrids by its longer fruiting period.

This cucumber hybrid is characterized by medium-sized bushes. The root system is very well developed. The leaves on the bushes are few and small. They are bright green and have a wrinkled texture. Numerous side shoots radiate from the central stem. Therefore, this variety requires timely pinching and removal of side shoots. About five ovaries form at each node.

Important!

If you allow cucumber seedlings to overgrow, they will have difficulty taking root and may die.

Fruit characteristics and yield

This variety is mid-season. The first harvest appears 40-45 days after germination. The cucumbers are small and uniform in shape. Cucumbers can reach a maximum length of 12 cm, with an average diameter of 4-5 cm. They weigh approximately 100 g. The cucumbers are cylindrical, with a skin covered in large, closely spaced tubercles. They are dark green, with white pubescence and fine, light-colored stripes. The skin is tender.

This hybrid's flesh is juicy and crisp, with few seeds. The fruits are free of bitterness. They have a wide range of culinary uses. These cucumbers are suitable for fresh eating, pickling, and winter salads. They have a long shelf life. "Crispina" boasts high yields. You can get up to 10 kg of cucumbers from one square meter. Increasing the yield of cucumbers is easy by removing side shoots. However, this should be done in accordance with expert recommendations; otherwise, it can harm the cucumbers.

Cucumbers require regular fertilization. Mineral fertilizers should be alternated with organic ones.

Advantages and disadvantages of the variety

Each cucumber variety has its own advantages and disadvantages. The European hybrid "Crispina" has many more advantages than disadvantages:

high fertility;
the fruits retain their marketable appearance for a long time, which allows them to be used for sale;
cucumbers have a pleasant taste and are not bitter;
ease of care;
the seed material does not require additional disinfection;
resistance to weather fluctuations;
low susceptibility to common infections;
does not need bees for reproduction;

Gardeners cite the high cost of seeds and the inability to obtain seed from the hybrid's grown fruits as disadvantages. Therefore, repurchase is necessary each year.

Resistance to diseases and pests, adverse conditions

This hybrid exhibits resistance to sudden temperature fluctuations. It easily tolerates cold snaps and continues to produce fruit in hot weather. The cucumber is resistant to dangerous diseases such as powdery mildew, cladosporiosis, and cucumber mosaic.

To protect plantings from pests, it is recommended to treat them with special insecticides. It is best to choose safe insecticides for this purpose that are non-toxic to plants and humans. Do not harvest the fruits immediately after treatment. To prevent the development of root rot In damp weather, the use of modern fungicides will help.

Important!

It is better to water cucumber plantings in the evening, when the scorching sun is no longer there.

Features of cultivation

To grow Crispina from seedlings, it's convenient to use peat pots about 8 cm in diameter. Plant the seeds no more than 2 cm deep. After the first sprouts emerge, wait 30 days and transplant the seedlings to their permanent location. If you're growing outdoors, the best time to transplant is late May to early June, when the soil has warmed up sufficiently and the risk of recurrent frosts has decreased.

Sow seeds directly into the ground in mid-May, provided the soil temperature has not dropped below 15°C. The height of the prepared beds should be 35-45 cm. For this variety, irrigation is preferable to watering.

As the bushes grow they will need trellis-like supportThe distance between plants should be 30-40 cm. The trellis should not be too high. When the main stem reaches the top, it should be directed downward. The planting soil should be fertilized beforehand. Loosening the soil has a beneficial effect on the development and fruiting of garden crops. Transplanting seedlings should be done very carefully. Any damage to the root system can kill the plant.

Reviews

Elena

This variety is often recommended to beginning gardeners who don't have much experience growing cucumbers. I bought the seeds and haven't regretted it. After transplanting them to the greenhouse, all the plants took root easily. I grew them using a trellis system, which makes harvesting and caring for the plants easier. Just in case, I treated them for fungus and pests. The cucumbers themselves turned out delicious.

Nastya

This is the third year in a row I've been planting the Crispina hybrid. It's incredibly easy to care for. All the plants survived the unexpected frosts this spring without a problem. I can't get to the dacha very often, only a couple of times a week. But these cucumbers produce a wonderful harvest even without constant supervision, especially if you fertilize them at least occasionally. They keep in the refrigerator for a long time without spoiling.

The Dutch hybrid "Crispina" appeals to Russian gardeners with its cold tolerance and low maintenance requirements. To achieve the grower's stated yield, simply follow simple recommendations, including regular watering, bush training, and fertilizing.