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Cucumber of the 'Outstanding' variety is an early-maturing parthenocarpic hybrid intended for cultivation in open ground, under plastic coverings, and in spring-summer greenhouses. The plant is characterized by predominantly female flowering and a cluster-type fruit set, allowing multiple fruits to form at a single node. Fruit set occurs approximately on day 42-44 after sowing, ensuring early harvest. This hybrid tolerates temperature fluctuations and adverse weather conditions, making it a reliable choice for various climatic zones. The 'Outstanding' cucumber fruits have a cornichon-type shape, up to 10 cm in length, and weigh between 60 to 90 grams. The fruits are cylindrical, finely ribbed, dark green, and slightly hairy on the surface. They possess a crisp texture, absence of cavities and bitterness due to genetic freedom from bitterness accumulation. The fruits retain their market appearance for up to 9-10 days, which is convenient for storage and transportation. Due to their flavor qualities, the cucumbers are suitable for fresh consumption, as well as for pickling and marinating. The 'Outstanding' hybrid exhibits high resistance to major cucumber diseases, including false powdery mildew, cucumber mosaic virus, cladosporiosis, and squash downy mildew. This ensures stable yields and reduces the need for intensive plant protection. Due to its characteristics, this variety is an excellent choice for private plots and home gardens, providing high-quality and flavorful cucumber harvests.