Cucumbers are among the most popular vegetable crops, which are loved by both adults and children. Such demand for this vegetable pushes breeders to invent ever more innovative and improved varietal varieties. It is to such innovation that one can confidently attribute the variety of cucumber Merengue. In this article we will talk about the description of the variety of cucumbers and consider the technology of their cultivation.
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Characteristics and description of cucumber meringue variety
The meringue is a hybrid that was bred by Dutch breeders in 2007. This variety in terms of ripening refers to the early species of cucumbers. The versatility of use allows it to be used both fresh and processed (in the form of salted or pickled cucumbers in jars). Culture has positioned itself as suitable for growing in all regions of our vast country.
The varietal variety is excellent for growing on country homestead plots and on an industrial scale. The universality of growth allows you to grow crops, both in open soil and in greenhouses. The plant does not need pollination, which allows it to grow in greenhouses without much hassle.
The culture is a tall shrub with medium weaving ability. Leaflets are medium in size with a rich green color. Fruits of the correct cylindrical form, accurate, in the size do not exceed 10-12 cm, and weighing no more than 100 grams.
The first harvest begins to collect in 35-40 days after planting seeds. Fruiting culture throughout the growing season, but the largest number of ripe crispy cucumbers harvested at the beginning of fruiting, which is very convenient for winter harvesting.
Taste is excellent, the lack of bitterness in the fruit is genetically determined.
The variety is resistant to common cucumber diseases such as powdery mildew, spotting, mosaic virus. Fruits do not deform and do not turn yellow.
The advantages and disadvantages of the variety
This type of cucumber has many advantages:
- Decent yields.
- Drought tolerance.
- Immunity to temperature extremes.
- Excellent taste.
- Versatility in use.
- Versatility in growing.
- Excellent presentation and transportability.
- Accuracy of fruits, their identity and long shelf life.
- Resistance to diseases.
- Unpretentious care.
The only disadvantage of a variety is its not too good resistance as such a common disease as peronosporosis, or downy mildew.
Seed Planting Guidelines
The soil
This varietal variety is planted with seedlings and seeds. The seedling method of planting will simply somewhat accelerate the ripening of the fruit. Regardless of which planting method is used, the soil is loamy with good breathable capabilities. To achieve a good harvest, it is necessary to prepare a plot from autumn: clean it from weeds, fertilize with manure and dig up.
Seed material
For a good harvest, you need to use only high-quality and prepared seed. Seeds are better to buy ready-glazed.Such seeds are already disinfected and processed by growth promoters. Germination of such seeds is almost 100%.
If you purchased ordinary seeds, then you should prepare them yourself. First, the seeds are kept in a solution of potassium permanganate, then they are germinated in wet bags. Already germinated seeds harden, bringing them out for several days in the cold.
Planting seeds
Seeds are planted in extremely heated soil, the temperature of which must be at least 12 degrees. If plants are planted in open soil, it is necessary to completely eliminate the possibility of night frosts.
It is best to use vertical cultivation, in which a bush is formed by the method of a garter to supports, a grid, or trellis. Such a method is less traumatic for the plant and allows placing 4-5 bushes on one square meter. Seeds are planted in the hole, not more than 3 cm in depth.
3-4 seeds are planted in each well. If all the seeds sprout, they must be thinned.The first shoots appear after 6-7 days.
Care culture
Any kind of cucumber loves purity. The plant needs timely care, which includes loosening the soil, cleaning weeds, watering and fertilizing.
Merengha loves various fertilizers. Crop yield depends on them. You can feed the seedlings throughout the entire growing season, but with a break of at least 2-3 weeks. Any organic fertilizer is suitable for this purpose.
Diseases
The variety has positioned itself to be disease resistant, but still this variety can be damaged by a disease like downy mildew.. If this happens, the culture should be treated with suitable products that are sold in all specialized stores.
Harvest should be collected every 2-3 days. Do this carefully so as not to damage the ovary.
Cucumbers Meringue with proper care will provide you with an excellent harvest with excellent taste of the fruit.