SOUTHERN DIVA

Cucumber SOUTHERN DIVA is an early-maturing F1 hybrid, predominantly female-flowering and self-pollinating. This variety stands out for its sweet taste and pleasant aroma, making it ideal for salad use. The fruits have a smooth, dark green skin with a fine, tender texture, juicy flesh, and small seeds. The length of the cucumbers varies from 15 to 20 cm, and they are firm and crisp, ensuring high quality and excellent flavor. The hybrid is resistant to major cucumber diseases, which simplifies care and increases yield.

For successful cultivation of SOUTHERN DIVA, choose sunny areas protected from cold winds, with fertile and well-heated soil. Cucumbers of this variety require ample moisture and warmth, so the soil should not dry out to prevent bitterness in the fruit. Before sowing, seeds are soaked in fertilizer solution to improve germination. Sowing is carried out upon the arrival of stable warmth, maintaining proper spacing between rows and plants for optimal growth. During the vegetative period, regular loosening and watering with warm water every 3-4 days are necessary. Harvesting is recommended every 1-2 days to maintain fruit set and increase overall yield.

The SOUTHERN DIVA hybrid is suitable for cultivation both in open ground and in plastic greenhouses, expanding its usability in various climatic conditions. The fruits have a large-warty surface with white dense pubescence and large spines, which is a characteristic external feature of the variety. The weight of one cucumber is approximately 100-135 grams, and the length reaches about 11-15 cm. Seeds retain high germination capacity for 5-6 years, making this hybrid convenient and cost-effective for long-term use.