Fraser

Cucumber Fraser F1 is an ultra-early parthenocarpic hybrid of cornichon type, intended for cultivation in greenhouses, primarily in polyethylene greenhouses. The vegetative period is 32-37 days from planting to final growth position. The plant is characterized by high productivity, long, leafy vines with short internodes, forming 2-4 fruits in axils, ensuring gradual harvest accumulation. Recommended planting density — no more than 3 plants per square meter. The hybrid is resistant to stresses and diseases, making it a reliable choice for greenhouse cultivation. Cucumber fruits of Fraser F1 have a cylindrical shape, 10-12 cm in length, and weigh 80-110 grams. They are straight, smooth, dark green with large ridges, covered with fine spines, and have a thin, dense skin. The flesh is firm, crisp, aromatic, and flavorful, with a small seed cavity and no hollows. Overgrown cucumbers do not develop a barrel shape, preserving their market appearance. The hybrid has good storability and transportability, making it popular in fresh markets. Cucumbers Fraser F1 are versatile: they are excellent for fresh consumption, as well as for processing, pickling, and fermentation. High yield of marketable product and stable fruit quality make this hybrid attractive to farmers and gardeners seeking an early and abundant harvest of cornichon cucumbers with outstanding flavor.