The cucumber Mathilde F1 is an early, high-yielding parthenocarpic hybrid of the cornichon type with female flowering and clustered fruit set. The maturation period is approximately 38-45 days, allowing harvest in early season and continued fruiting until late autumn. Plants are vigorous, with good lateral branching, resistant to temperature fluctuations, and have moderate cold tolerance, making them suitable for cultivation in greenhouses and open ground. The fruits of Mathilde F1 are cylindrical, 9-12 cm long, weighing about 80-100 grams. They feature a deep green color with a glossy surface, thin skin, and moderate pubescence with white, non-spiny hairs. The cucumbers are uniform, slightly elongated, free of bitterness and deformities, with dense, juicy, and aromatic flesh. Due to their high resistance to cracking and absence of voids during thermal processing, the fruits are ideal for fresh consumption, canning, and pickling. The Mathilde F1 hybrid exhibits high resistance to several diseases, including powdery mildew, olive spot, cucumber mosaic virus-1, and is tolerant to false powdery mildew and root rots. These characteristics ensure stable yields and high fruit quality. Additionally, this variety's cucumbers have excellent flavor, no bitterness, and good transportability, making them popular for both home gardening and commercial production.
