The Alexey cucumber is the ideal choice for those who appreciate the freshness and flavor of vegetables. It boasts excellent flavor, abundant yields, and ease of cultivation, making it one of the most popular varieties. Alexey bears fruit simultaneously, ensuring a stable harvest.
Introduction to the variety
This variety was developed by a team of specialists, including A.V. Aliluev, T.V. Steinert, V.Yu. Volkova, and A.M. Romanov. It was officially registered for agricultural plant production in 2021. Alexey is a hybrid distinguished not only by its generous yield but also by the excellent taste of its fruit.
Characteristic features of the appearance of the plant and fruits
This cucumber variety is medium-sized and characterized as indeterminate, meaning it produces numerous lateral shoots. The varietal characteristics are as follows:
- The leaves are of medium size and are painted in a deep green tone.
- The bush blooms with female buds, one or two flowers can develop on each node, which makes this variety especially fertile, provided it is properly cared for.
- The fruits are characterized by a cylindrical shape.
- They are painted in a dark green shade with small light stripes.
- The surface is covered with a bumpy pattern.
- The spines on cucumbers are white.
- The fruit weight is 70-85 g.
Purpose and taste
This cucumber is ideal for use in salads. Its fruits are renowned for their exquisitely fresh flavor and crisp texture. They are excellent for eating raw and can be used as an ingredient in a variety of culinary dishes.
- ✓ High resistance to transportation due to the dense structure of the fruit.
- ✓ No voids after canning, as confirmed by reviews.
Growing and care
Cucumbers can be planted both in an open garden and in closed greenhouses using plastic film. To ensure rapid growth, choose a location with adequate sunlight and protection from the wind. Before planting, treat the seeds for disease and to increase the likelihood of germination.
- × Using cold water for irrigation can cause root shock and reduce yield.
- × Lack of feeding during the period of active fruit growth significantly reduces their quality and quantity.
Other nuances of farming:
- Plant the seeds to a depth of 0.5-1.5 cm in early April.
- Transplant the grown seedlings at the beginning of May – they should grow in separate containers for about 23-27 days.
- The distance between rows should be 50-65 cm maximum, and between plantings – 30-40 cm.
- In greenhouses, use trellis gardening technology.
- In open beds, sow cucumber planting material in May-June to a depth of 1.5-2 cm.
- Water the plantings with warm water and ensure that the surface layer of soil is loose so that the root system receives enough liquid and oxygen.
- Feed cucumbers once every 8-10 days, alternating organic and mineral compounds, and it is preferable to do this after watering.
The first feeding should be done 15-16 days after planting the seedlings in the greenhouse/open ground. - If necessary, use protective agents against diseases and pests.
- Provide support for the bushes using stakes or nets to prevent damage to the stems and fruit from falling to the ground.
- • To prevent the mold growth mentioned in the reviews, it is recommended to mulch the soil with straw or agrofibre, which also reduces the frequency of watering.
- • When growing in greenhouses, in addition to ventilation, it is important to control air humidity, maintaining it at 70-75% to prevent the development of fungal diseases.
Reviews
The Alexey cucumber hybrid is an innovative new variety that has already earned the well-deserved attention of consumers, gardeners, and large farmers. It has many positive characteristics, but it is important to fertilize the plantings frequently and monitor the moisture level in the trunk area.