Cucumber Miranda f1: description and characteristics, reviews

The Miranda F1 cucumber variety was bred in the 90s in Russia, and in 2003 it was included in the list of the most frequently grown vegetables in the country's gardens. In less than 20 years, this type of agricultural product has taken root, which shows a great demand for garden plots in various regions. He gained the greatest popularity in the Central and Central Black Earth regions of the country. Standard care, special conditions do not have to.

Description

The variety is suitable for growing in greenhouses and planting in open beds. Miranda is one of the earliest ripe, cucumbers are ready for harvesting after only 45 days from the moment of germination of the seeds. It is parthenocarpic species, that is, it can be pollinated without the help of bees.

Fetus:

• gherkin type;
• cylindrical shape;
• whitish spines appear on the skin.

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Fruits grow up to 11-12 cm in length, about 4 cm in diameter. The green mass reaches 110 grams. The cover is intense green in color with a fine structure and pronounced whitish stripes throughout the fetus.

Cucumbers have a rich taste, summer and fresh smell, are not bitter and do not knit, the pulp is dense and juicy. Perfect for both preservation and for the preparation of salads, juices and other summer culinary dishes. They have a good storage period and are not afraid of long shipments.

Productivity and Benefits

Productivity of a grade from 1 sq. Meter is 6-7 kg. One of the benefits of vegetables is keeping quality. Harvested fruits do not fade until 6 days, which is very convenient for long-term storage.

Benefits:

• early ripeness, well-groomed form, high yielding capacity;
• universality in use;
• unpretentiousness, quick adaptation to weather conditions;
• disease resistance, fitness in cultivation in both southern and northern regions;
• keeping speed, transportability;
• a large formation of gherkins on the site.

Disadvantages:

• rapid overgrowth of the crop;
• delicate root system;
• susceptibility to insect attack;
• susceptibility to certain types of diseases (anthracnose, peronosporosis, angular spotting).

Resistance to diseases and features of agricultural technology

This hybrid is resistant to many diseases and pests - olive blotch, fusarium, powdery mildew. It copes well with high and low temperature extremes and weather, for example, frost, lack of moisture in the soil or aridity.

Features of agricultural technology:

• favorable conditions for planting seeds;
• refinement of seedlings;
• growing bushes;
• plant care;
• Features garter and trim.

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For planting seeds, Miranda F1 should give preference to loose and fertile soil with a minimum nitrogen content. The beds should be well lit and sufficiently protected from the wind. The landing site itself should be changed once every 3 years.To improve the soil, use sawdust or rotted compost.

Since this variety can grow in both warm and cold parts of the country, the Miranda hybrid does not require pollination. But in the northern regions of Russia, for a better shoot, it is better to use the seedling method of cultivation, while doing a special treatment for reliable growth.

Place a bag of seeds in saline solution (1 tablespoon of salt per 1 liter of water) and leave for 10-15 minutes. Floated grains are not suitable for planting, they can be thrown away, and the remaining ones should be washed under running water and allowed to dry. After drying, they need to be planted in the ground. Seeds can be planted both in greenhouses and directly in the soil itself according to the scheme of 50 cm by 50 cm with a depth of 2-3 cm. Planting in March-May.

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In addition to seeds, gardeners prefer to plant cucumbers with seedlings, growing them in advance. With this approach:

• identify seeds in special containers - peat pots or tablets;
• moisten the soil;
• make holes 1-3 cm.

It is necessary to observe the temperature regime - 23-28 degrees. If necessary, cover all pots with polyethylene or glass to create a greenhouse effect and put it in a sunny place. After the appearance of the first shoots, remove all coatings. A week before planting, plants need to be hardened in the air and watered abundantly, and when the first leaves appear - already planted in open ground.

Cucumber Care

You should carefully monitor the place of planting seedlings and the distance between each of the plants. Seedlings should be at a distance of 15-20 cm from each other, and between rows not less than 50 cm, otherwise it will be very difficult to harvest.

Bushes growing:

1. The optimum air temperature for good growth and development of cucumbers is 23-28 degrees. The plant suffers a temporary decrease in temperature to 14 and an increase to 30.
2. Irrigation should be carried out in cloudy weather or after sunset so that leaves and stems do not burn out, mainly with warm, settled water.
3. Pinch lateral shoots every 2-4 leaves.

Cucumbers need to be fed 4-5 times per season or every 2 weeks for better growth and ripening of the crop. The first fertilizer is 1-2 weeks after transplanting seedlings into the ground, and the best material for this will be compost from chicken manure or manure.

Plant Care:

1. Do not forget to water them on time, preferably 2 times a day: in the morning, in the evening (it is possible before and after sunset to avoid quick drying of the earth).
2. In order for the root system to develop well, it is necessary to neatly and often spud a plant, loosen it, and remove weeds.
3. Miranda f1 is a branching plant, so it’s worthwhile to select in advance a site or greenhouse in which there will be enough room for future shoots, stems to develop and consolidate.
4. Need the addition of fertilizers to the soil, spraying from pests, diseases.
5. To increase the yield, carry out fruit picking once a day in the early morning or evening.

Pruning is mandatory, especially if planting is in greenhouses or other indoor areas. It is necessary to fix and tighten several wires with a distance of 20-30 cm in advance at a height of 2 meters, so that there is a place for more complete tying of the lashes. As soon as the seedlings take root in place, it is already possible to start tying a free loop under the leaves. Knots should not be too tight so as not to interfere with further growth, the movement of cucumbers.

It is preferable to form Miranda F1 in 1 stalk, since the fruits are mainly tied only on the main shoot, this will help to maintain proportions between the number of leaves, flowers on the bush.

Reviews

You don’t have to worry about the variety of cucumbers Miranda F1, you can plant it with a calm soul, anywhere, without worrying about the safety of the crop. This is confirmed by numerous reviews.

Ksenia, 41 years old.

I love this variety for its excellent germination, productivity. Almost all the seeds that I planted sprouted, gave beautiful cucumbers. I have been planting for several years now, I have been giving seedlings to all my friends and relatives. It was grown both in greenhouses and in open areas. And there, and there all the bushes grew well. I will be using this hybrid for many more years.

Irina, 55 years old.

The matchmakers advised to plant this hybrid of cucumbers, and never regretted that she had listened to them. I collect from each bush 10-15 pieces at a time. It is well tolerated as dry weather, so long damp from rains. I live in the Moscow region, it’s not raining there every season. I haven’t tried to plant in greenhouses yet, I think I’ll do it differently next year. I tried it as seedlings, so just seeds. Everything suits me. Every weekend I make delicious salads. Now I advise everyone.

Gennady, 41 years old.

I have been growing cucumbers Miranda F1 for 10 years, I will do exactly the same in the future. This hybrid completely suits me: they are stored for a long time, they mature quickly, ordinary diseases do not take it. I share a large harvest with both neighbors and relatives from all sides. I only water it 2 times a day, spud it, so that it grows better.

Today, the stores present a number of different types of cucumbers of various characteristics, it is often very difficult to make a choice on something specifically. Miranda F1 can be called an ideal variety, suitable for beginners.