Cucumber Lukhovitsky

Cucumber Lukhovitsky
The main characteristics of the variety:
  • Authors: S.F. Gavrish, A.E. Portyankin, A.V. Shamshina, V.N. Shevkunov
  • Year of approval: 2006
  • Growth type: indeterminate
  • Branching: the average
  • Fruit weight, g: 95-110
  • Fruit length, cm: 10-13
  • Fruit color: dark green, with washed out light stripes of medium length
  • Ripening terms: early
  • Fruit shape: oval
  • Fruit taste: no bitterness
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Cucumber Lukhovitsky should not be confused with assorted cucumbers that are grown in Lukhovitsy, in the Moscow region. But it has a lot to do with this group of vegetables. This is a separate, independent hybrid, which was created in the "Gavrish" company, and it is characterized by all those excellent qualities that made Lukhovitsky cucumbers glorified.

Breeding history

The history of such a phenomenon as Lukhovitsky cucumbers dates back to the 30s of the last century. In general, vegetables were grown in Lukhovitsy before. Gradually, people realized that cucumbers grow best of all crops in the region. We came to the conclusion that this is facilitated by certain features of the climate conditions in the region, namely, an increased level of humidity, moderate air temperature.

Since that time, an innovative at that time technology of growing cucumbers has become widespread here, which makes it possible to obtain super-early harvests. Developed and varieties that were grown in the suburbs. Thus, over the more than 100-year history of cucumber cultivation, the collection has been replenished with many varieties, including Dutch ones. In the group of Lukhovitsky varieties, such varieties as Lukhovitsky; Muromsky; Vyaznikovsky; Adam; Mirinda; Salinas; Elegant; Libella and others.

The hybrid variety Lukhovitsky was obtained by the Gavrish company, and its authors were S. F. Gavrish, A. E. Portyankin, A. V. Shamshina, V. N. Shevkunov. Included in Rosreestr in 2006.

Description of the variety

Most of the Lukhovitsy varieties are adapted to the specific climatic conditions of the middle zone. This is not a disadvantage, but rather a feature of the group. Most of the varieties and hybrids are adapted to the specific climate conditions of one narrow region.

The Lukhovitsky F1 variety is an exception, it can be grown not only in the Lukhovitsky region, but also in many other regions of the country. To grow a decent harvest of this variety, there is no need to recreate the conditions in which Lukhovitsky cucumbers usually grow.

Characteristics of the appearance of plants and zelents

The plant of the described culture is indeterminate, has medium branching with green leaves. Blossoming is mostly female. The hybrid variety belongs to the bundle, in each node 2-4 or more ovaries are formed.

Cucumbers of the Lukhovitsky F1 hybrid of a gherkin type, suitable for picking pickles. The sizes are small, 10-13 centimeters. They have a thin, dark green skin. Small white-spine tubercles are often located. The weight of one green tea is 95-110 grams. There are very few seeds in the fruits, moreover, they are very small and are not felt when eaten.

Ideal for commercial cultivation. The dense fruits of Lukhovitsky cucumbers are distinguished by good keeping rates and transportability.

Purpose and taste of fruits

The fruits of the Lukhovitsky hybrid are dense, fragrant, without voids and bitterness, with a characteristic crunch when eaten. Cucumbers are ideal for different types of pickling and pickling, as they are medium-sized, almost all of the same size, they look beautiful. They also have a strong cucumber aroma. Delicious fresh in summer salads.

Maturation

An early hybrid, only 38-40 days passes from germination to fruiting of Lukhovitsky cucumbers.

Yield

The hybrid variety is marked as productive.So, from one bush you can collect an average of 6-8 kilograms, and 9.7-10.5 kg of cucumbers from a square meter.

Growing regions

Rosreestrom, the variety is approved for cultivation in such regions as the northern and North-West, as well as Central, Volgo-Vyatsky, TsChO, suitable for the North Caucasus, the Middle Volga.

Growing and care

The Lukhovitsky hybrid can be grown either by the seedling method, or by direct sowing of seed into the ground. Seedlings are planted on seedlings in mid-April. Further, the grown seedlings are transplanted into the ground, when 3-4 true leaves appear on it. This most often occurs in late May - early June.

As for sowing directly into open ground, it takes place in the last days of May. The optimal planting pattern is 50x50 cm.

Growing a hybrid variety Lukhovitsky has some features. So, in open ground, a plant can grow comfortably even in an area where temporary shading is observed. At the same time, culture is not afraid of the sun's rays directed at it.

When growing Lukhovitsky cucumbers, it is best to form a culture of 1 stem. In this case, it will be necessary to tie the creeper to the trellis or a special mesh.

It is important to remember that the described variety belongs to bunch cucumbers, which can bring a rich harvest, provided that the plant is properly cared for. Mandatory agricultural activities include daily watering, regular feeding, as well as pest control and disease prevention.

Lukhovitskiy F1 is a hybrid of the first generation. This means that there is no point in collecting your own seed material, since the unique varietal characteristics are not preserved. Seeds must be purchased from trusted producers.

In order to collect strong, tasty and beautiful cucumbers on your site, you need to make top dressing. Lack of nutrients can negatively affect the appearance of the plant and significantly reduce the yield. Fertilize cucumbers with organic fertilizers in combination with mineral fertilizers. With the right balance of these components and adherence to the fertilizing schedule, the cucumber yield will be maximum.

Disease and pest resistance

The culture is resistant to true and downy mildew, as well as root rot.

Despite their popularity, cucumbers are often attacked by diseases and pests. From them, cucumber plantings often die before the start of fruiting. In order to prevent this from happening, it is necessary to try to prevent ailments or get rid of them at the very beginning, having studied in detail their causes of occurrence, signs and methods of treatment.

Main characteristics
Authors
S.F. Gavrish, A.E. Portyankin, A.V. Shamshina, V.N. Shevkunov
Year of approval
2006
Category
hybrid
Parthenocarpic
Yes
Appointment
universal
Growing conditions
for temporary film cover, for film greenhouses
Productivity (filter)
fruitful
Average yield
9.7-10.5 kg / m2, 6-8 kg per plant
Marketability
good
Transportability
good
Plant
Growth type
indeterminate
Branching
the average
Leaves
medium, green
Flowering type
female
Puchkova
Yes
The number of zelents in the bundle
2-4 and more
Fruit
Fruit length
short
Fruit length, cm
10-13
Fruit weight, g
95-110
Fruit shape
oval
Fruit color
dark green, with blurred light stripes of medium length
Fruit surface
small tuberous and medium tuberous, with dense pubescence
The location of the tubercles
"german shirt"
Thorn color (pubescence color)
brown
Skin
thin
Fruit taste
without bitterness
Pulp (consistency)
dense, juicy, no voids, crispy
Scent
fragrant
Growing
Drought tolerance
good
Shade tolerance
good
Sowing dates for seedlings
in the middle of April
Dates of planting seedlings in open ground
late May - early June
The timing of sowing seeds in open ground
in the end of May
Landing scheme
50 x 50 cm
The soil
loose, mulched
Top dressing
regular, organic
Watering
daily
Location
calm, sunny
Growing regions
North, North-West, Central, Volgo-Vyatka, Central Black Earth, North Caucasian, Middle Volga
Disease and pest resistance
good
Resistance to root rot
steady
Cladosporium resistance (brown olive spot)
steady
Powdery mildew resistant
steady
Downy mildew resistant
tolerant
Maturation
Ripening terms
early
The number of days from germination to fruiting
38-40
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