Cucumber variety Continent is a medium-early, bee-pollinated variety with a vegetation period of 45 to 50 days from seedling emergence to the start of fruiting. Fruits have an oval-cylindrical shape, 10 to 13 cm long, light green in color with large bumps and black spines. The cucumbers have crisp, juicy, and aromatic flesh, making them an excellent choice for fresh consumption as well as for pickling and salting.
The Continent variety is characterized by good yield, reaching up to 3.5 kg per square meter. It is resistant to a complex of diseases, particularly exhibiting relative resistance to downy mildew, which facilitates cultivation and reduces the risk of crop loss. However, this variety does not tolerate frost, so it is recommended to grow it in open ground under suitable climatic conditions.
Due to its excellent taste and versatility, the Continent cucumber is suitable for various processing and storage methods. Its fruits retain excellent taste qualities during pickling and salting, making this variety popular among gardeners and home canners.
