Cucumber LP-20-3-6

Efficient Production in Greenhouses and Open Fields

The LP-20-3-6 hybrid is a professional-grade selection for growers aiming for consistent yields of high-quality salad-type cucumbers. Characterized by a vegetative growth habit, the plant develops a robust leaf canopy, which protects the fruit from sunburn when cultivated on trellises in open-field conditions.

Practical Application and Cultivation Strategy

The parthenocarpic nature of this hybrid eliminates the need for pollination, ensuring stable productivity regardless of weather conditions or insect activity. This makes LP-20-3-6 a strategic choice for:

• Glasshouse Production: With an early maturity of 45–50 days, this hybrid facilitates rapid turnaround and early-season market entry.
• Open Field Systems: The uniform fruit size (13–15 cm) and structural integrity make it highly suitable for commercial shipping and retail supply chains.

The hybrid responds exceptionally well to intensive fertigation and drip irrigation systems, which are essential for maintaining the vegetative vigor required for continuous fruit setting. Proper canopy management and timely pruning are recommended to balance leaf development with fruit production, ensuring maximum marketable yield throughout the harvesting cycle.