Cucumber Finger - description and characteristics of the variety

The Palchik cucumber variety appeared relatively recently due to the efforts of Russian breeders. He showed a high level of yield when grown in indoor greenhouses and in open beds. The variety has received the approval of experienced vegetable growers and is gaining more and more popularity due to a number of positive characteristics.

Grade Features

Variety Palchik refers to bee-pollinated, early ripening plants. Vegetable growers harvest the first fruits 46 days after transplanting to the garden. The resulting crop of ripe Zelentsy can be used both for the preparation of fresh, vegetable salads, and for canning in any form. Mistresses note that cucumbers retain their taste, density and appearance after canning, which is one of the reasons for the demand for the variety.

This species has good immunity. This ensures that plants are resistant to diseases such as powdery mildew. In addition, the bushes normally respond to sudden changes in temperature, unlike many representatives of this culture.

Fruits are distinguished by elongated, cylindrical shape and average size. The length of the mature green is 11 cm, and the weight does not exceed the mark of 120 g. The skin is covered with large tubercles and painted in a bright, saturated shade of green. The pulp of ripened fruit is very dense, crunchy and juicy. It is painted in a light green hue characteristic of cucumbers. The variety has good taste characteristics and a pleasant aroma.

Positive and negative characteristics

Vegetable growers who have been cultivating the Palchik variety for several years speak of the absence of negative characteristics and respond extremely positively to the plant.

Positive characteristics:

1. Great taste.
2. Attractive appearance.
3. Prolonged fruiting.
4. The fruiting period is more than 2 months.
5. Possibility of cultivation in all climatic regions.
6. Good immunity.
7. High yield.
8. From 1 square meter, vegetable growers collect at least 6 kg of ripened greenery.

Growing Features

To achieve the maximum percentage of germination, agronomists recommend cultivating the Finger variety by the method of preliminary germination of seed material. Seedlings are grown in a standard way:

1. Disinfection. After purchase, the seeds must be disinfected in a weak solution of manganese. Such manipulations guarantee the prevention of the propagation of harmful microorganisms.
2. Growth stimulation. Soaking seed material in growth biostimulants will ensure the correct development of young plants, accelerate their growth and development of the root system.
3. Soil preparation. Planting seeds is carried out in loose, humus-rich soil.
4. The choice of containers for landing. The capacity should be easily separated from the earthen coma. Otherwise, there is a high risk of damage to the root system, which can lead to the death of young plants.
5. Sowing. Seeds are placed in containers with nutrient soil to a depth of 2-3 cm.
6. Greenhouse conditions. Seed containers are tightly covered with a film or glass, which allows you to create greenhouse conditions during germination. This guarantees an increase in the percentage of germination.
7. Compliance with the temperature regime. The air temperature during germination should be + 22- + 25 degrees Celsius.
8. Regular watering. Watering is done as the soil dries. Reserved room temperature water is used.

The process of germination is recommended to start from late May to early June.

Seedlings are planted at a permanent place of growth, the height of which is 25 cm or more. Transplantation should be carried out after establishing a stable temperature in the evening. This will avoid the occurrence of sunburn on the leaves of a young bush.

When placing plants on the beds, you should adhere to the 50 by 30 cm pattern. Neglecting this rule will lead to poor development of the root system, bush and death of some bushes.

Grade Care

The Palchik cucumber variety is an indeterminate, medium-wavy plant with a strong climbing ability. The size of the bush can reach 2.5 m in height, which, in turn, can complicate care. To obtain the maximum amount of yield and the proper development of the plant, agronomists recommend adhering to the classical rules for caring for this representative of the crop:

1. Tying to vertical trellises.
2. Compliance with a stable temperature regime.
3. When growing a variety in a heated greenhouse, a constant temperature of + 21- + 23 degrees Celsius should be maintained.
4. Regular watering. Grade Finger responds well to a large amount of moisture. Watering is carried out only with standing, warm water.
5. The introduction of fertilizers. The plant needs the systematic introduction of fertilizers. Top dressing is carried out during the period of active growth of young bushes, during flowering and during the growing season. Fertilizers, which include phosphorus, potassium and nitrogen, will be an ideal option for feeding bushes.
6. Loosening the soil.
7. Regular weeding.
8. Timely harvesting.
9. Preventive treatments. To prevent the propagation of harmful insects, it is recommended to treat the plants with special chemicals or folk remedies for insect control.

The mass of positive characteristics increases the popularity of Finger cucumbers among experienced vegetable growers. Despite the minor difficulties of care caused by the size of the plant, this variety can be seen in many household plots. Vegetable growers who once cultivated the Palchik variety claim that it is impossible to refuse it.

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