Cucumber RYBACHOK

Cucumber "Rybachok" is an early-maturing parthenocarpic hybrid, distinguished by high yield and versatility in use. The period from germination to the start of fruiting is 39-45 days, enabling an early harvest. The plant is indeterminate, medium-branched, with female flowering type and predominantly 3-4 female flowers per node. Leaves are medium-sized and green. The hybrid is suitable for cultivation in open ground and under plastic coverings, demonstrating good cold resistance and disease resistance. Cucumber "Rybachok" fruits are cylindrical, dark green with white stripes and moderately ribbed surface. Fruit length varies from 9 to 12 cm, mass reaches about 100-112 g. The fruits have firm skin, crisp flesh, and pleasant taste, making them excellent for salads and whole-fruit canning. Fruits are uniform and do not yellow for a long time, simplifying harvest and processing. Fruits form in clusters, promoting synchronized and abundant fruiting. A distinctive feature of the hybrid is the absence of need for plant formation due to suppressed lateral branch development, which is especially convenient for infrequent field visits. Plants can be planted more densely — up to 5-6 per square meter, increasing overall yield. Fruiting continues until frost, and with mineral fertilizer applications starting in August, a second late harvest can be formed from lateral branches and additional fruits. Cucumber "Rybachok" is a first-generation hybrid, recommended for garden cultivation in various regions.