Description and characteristics of the cucumber variety Shchedrik f1: planting and care

Shchedrik ripens quickly and can be grown in greenhouses and open fields. Both private gardeners and farmers cultivate it for mass distribution. This variety is very easy to grow, requiring only timely watering and proper fertilizing. The fruit is never bitter, the flesh is tender and tasty, and the skin is firm, preventing the vegetable from becoming misshapen.

Description

The Shchedrik F1 variety has been included in the State Register of Russia since 2005. The hybrid was bred by the Gavrish breeding firm. Primary cultivation regions:

• North Caucasian;
• Central Black Earth;
• Northwestern.

This early-ripening variety has a single, vigorous bush, reaching a height of 3 to 3.5 meters. The leaves are green and the vines are medium-tall. All the sap is directed toward the growth of a single stem. With timely watering, the bush will be thick and the harvest bountiful. On average, up to 12 ovaries form on a stem.

On average, one bush can yield up to 6 kilograms of vegetables. The vegetable itself reaches 11 centimeters in length. Surface:

• has an elongated shape;
• covered with tubercles and white spines.

The skin is quite tender, without a bitter taste, and the flesh is firm and tender, with no voids. A ripe vegetable averages 100 grams. When cut crosswise, it measures 3 to 4 centimeters in length.

The plant is resistant to most diseases:

• root and other rots;
• olive spot;
• many fungal infections.

This vegetable is primarily eaten fresh; this variety lacks bitterness and is great for adding to various salads. It's also used for canning for the winter. Thanks to its dense flesh and strong skin, the cucumber retains its crispness. Cucumbers contain sufficient amounts of sodium and potassium for the body.

Advantages and disadvantages of the variety

Crisp green cucumbers are among the most low-calorie vegetables. This characteristic makes them a popular choice for dietary and therapeutic nutrition. They help remove salts from the body and help with kidney stones.

Like any variety, the Shchedrik F1 cucumber has its pros and cons. But the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

Advantages:

• early ripening;
• long-term storage;
• use both fresh and canned;
• self-pollination;
• unpretentiousness;
• disease resistance.

Disadvantages: does not tolerate heat well, the plant produces empty flowers.

The Shchedrik F1 cucumber variety is easy to grow, but improper or untimely care can lead to rot and other diseases. Water regularly and ensure drainage of excess water. Avoid root stagnation, as this will cause rotting and the entire plant to die.

Care should be taken to protect cucumbers from drafts and temperature fluctuations. Pests and diseases are best controlled with folk remedies, such as a strong tobacco infusion.

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Features of agricultural technology

Planting methods vary depending on the gardener's preference. This can be done using seedlings or directly into the ground. It's recommended to follow a few key guidelines:

• the seeding depth should be about two centimeters;
• After the seedlings have formed more than 4 leaves, cucumbers can be planted in open ground;
• cucumbers must be tied up;
• the temperature for planting seeds in the soil should be at least 15 degrees;
• In extreme heat, cucumber beds must be shaded.

With proper care, Shchedrik F1 is capable of producing a very rich harvest. There are no special cultivation nuances; it's generally unpretentious; standard care is sufficient:

1. Watering. The plant should be watered in the evening or early in the morning, the water should be warm.
2. Adding fertilizer to the soil. Apply mineral fertilizers first, then organic ones, one at a time.
3. Several times during the growth period, cucumbers need to be treated with special agents to prevent them from becoming infected with fungal diseases.
4. Regularly weed the beds and carry out shallow loosening of the soil.

Reviews from gardeners

Gardeners are increasingly choosing cucumber varieties that produce a quick harvest and require little time for care. The Shchedrik cucumber is recommended for the fastest possible harvest.

Svetlana, Belgorod

This season, we tried the Shchedrik F1 cucumber variety for the first time. We planted them directly in the ground and were amazed that every single one of them sprouted. They bloomed before all the other varieties. It just so happened that we didn't have much time for care, so we didn't tie them up. We only used diluted manure for fertilizer. To our surprise, we harvested a very good crop. We loved the vegetables; there was no bitterness, they were delicious and juicy. Next year, with proper care, I can't even imagine what kind of harvest we'll get. I highly recommend this variety; it's now our favorite; we'll only plant it.

Peter, Blagodarny

I really like the Shchedrik cucumber variety. I've been planting it for years, and it's never disappointed me. It copes well with any infectious diseases, and insects don't really bother it. I also like it because it's easy to care for. I'd recommend those new to growing this variety to keep an eye on the bush and remove excess foliage as it grows very vigorously. Shchedrik is self-pollinating and grows well both outdoors and in greenhouses. I harvested it five weeks after planting. It doesn't produce gherkins, and the cucumbers reach 12 centimeters in length. Another plus is the very thick skin, which allows the cucumbers to store and transport well. I'm very pleased with this variety.

Elena, Nizhny Novgorod

I heard about this cucumber variety from friends. I planted the seeds without even sprouting them, and almost all of them sprouted, which surprised me. Less than a month later, the Shchedrik cucumbers produced their first fruits. The fruits are delicious and keep well. I use them both fresh and canned. This variety doesn't require any special care; I didn't even tie them up, and the cucumbers didn't rot or spoil at all. In conclusion, I can say with certainty that from now on, I will only plant this variety and recommend it to everyone.

The Shchedrik variety is an early-ripening variety. Its main advantage is its resistance to many diseases. It produces a very good harvest, stores well, and does not deform during transportation. Because of this, it is often grown for wholesale sales. It has virtually no drawbacks. It can grow in any soil and in all regions of the country, despite planting recommendations only for some.