Description of the best and most productive cucumber varieties for open ground

Vegetable growers can't imagine life without it. One of the most beloved vegetables to see in the garden is the cucumber. Its light and refreshing flavor makes it a popular addition to summer salads. That's why different cucumber varieties have been bred for outdoor cultivation.

Early and ultra-early ripening ground cucumber varieties

Vegetable crops in this group form fruit in the shortest possible time. After going through all stages, the flesh is free of bitterness and is tender. Harvesting of the super-early varieties occurs on the 40th day.

Little Raccoon

Due to its small size, this variety is classified as a gherkin. It adapts quickly to both protected and open ground conditions. Versatility is the main characteristic of this cucumber. The variety is characterized by a medium vine habit.

Herman F1

Thanks to the variety's unique characteristics, it's possible to harvest early. Young cucumbers form from 8-11 ovaries. During the fruiting season, approximately 10 kg of yield is harvested per square meter. Under favorable conditions, this figure increases. A mature cucumber doesn't taste bitter if it lacked moisture during growth.

Corinna

Early fruiting doesn't affect yield. Corinna can be planted outdoors or in protected soil. The small fruits are covered with a thin green skin.

Masha F1

Cucumber bushes begin bearing fruit 75 days after planting. Masha F1 is a hybrid. The variety is resistant to common plant diseases and tolerates adverse weather conditions well.

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By following proper cultivation practices, you can enjoy cucumbers as early as June. The plant produces long, strong vines with lateral shoots. Abundant flowering attracts numerous pollinators. It requires no staking, and the fruits contain a high sugar content. Cucumbers are harvested as they ripen.

It is not recommended to allow cucumbers to remain on the branches for too long.

Zador F1

One of the few varieties that produces fruit without pollination. Suitable for both protected and open ground cultivation. Mature plants develop long vines.

Mid-season ripening for open ground

How do you choose the best varieties for planting? It's important to study each crop description to find what you want most. Popular representatives in this category include:

• Raphael F1;
• Alliance;
• Far Eastern;
• Nezhinsky.

Ripening of fruits of mid-season crops occurs on the 46-52nd day after the appearance of the first shoots.

Alliance

The variety's fruits are suitable for fresh and canned food. The plant is self-pollinating, easily adapts to sudden temperature fluctuations, and is resistant to common diseases. Fruit formation occurs through tissue growth.

This way, the harvest will be guaranteed even in cloudy weather conditions.

Rafael F1

The plant produces large fruits. This mid-season variety is perfect for fresh salads. The cucumbers have smooth skin and a fresh aroma. It requires little care and is planted as seedlings in exposed soil.

Far Eastern

This cucumber variety has been on the agricultural market for a long time and remains popular among gardeners. Picked cucumbers remain fresh for 3-4 days. They can be planted in soils with limited moisture. They can withstand night frosts.

Nezhinsky

This variety requires pollinators, particularly bees. Medium-sized cucumbers form on a strong stem. It tolerates minor climate fluctuations during growth. These cucumbers are prized for their excellent taste.

Late-ripening

An experienced gardener has cucumber varieties in their plot that ripen at all times. Thanks to this trick, they can enjoy vegetables throughout the summer. Breeders have developed numerous varieties that a gardener can plant in their own garden.

Phoenix

The crop produces long fruits—16 cm long. Each cucumber weighs 230 g. Thanks to its branched stems, Phoenix easily tolerates cold temperatures. After germination, harvesting occurs 60-65 days later.

Relay

This salad variety is pollinated by bees. It is grown in open ground in warm regions. Its glossy skin conceals tender, juicy flesh. The cucumbers weigh between 150 and 240 g.

New breeding varieties for 2025

To date, many different varieties have been developed. But breeders aren't stopping there and continue to delight us with new offerings.

New varieties with unique characteristics have been developed for cultivation.

Chinese farmer

Cucumbers with a neat, even shape emerge from strong stems. They reach 30 to 45 cm in length. This perfectly even cucumber shape makes it suitable for both everyday dishes and true masterpieces.

Master

The cucumbers are crisp, firm, aromatic, and juicy. The number of tubercles covering the fruit is moderate. Gherkins ripen gradually on the vines. They are immune to attack by various plant pathogens.

Snowstorm

Those looking to harvest quickly should choose this variety. It takes 35 days for the first shoots to emerge, and the cucumbers are ready to enjoy. Vyuga combines incredible flavor with a compact size. Harvest as the cucumbers ripen. Keeping fruits on branches for a long time contributes to the formation of voids inside the pulp.

Gherkins

Gherkin varieties are gaining popularity. While small, they can be eaten fresh, pickled, or salted. They are considered a wonderful addition to both festive and everyday meals, adding a fresh flavor to salads and meat dishes.

Filipok F1

Dark green, cylindrical fruits appear very early. This hybrid plant is rarely affected by disease. The cucumbers do not crack or turn yellow. They tolerate the cool temperatures that often occur in summer.

Son of the F1 Regiment

The fruits are covered with light green skin, with tender, soft flesh inside. This gherkin hybrid is characterized by a long fruiting period and is a favorite among Russian gardeners. The plant is rarely affected by powdery mildew.

Moth F1

A plant with short cucumbers and an extended fruiting period. This early variety delights with delicious gherkins that appear with the onset of summer warmth. It tolerates nighttime chills. After each harvest, more cucumbers appear on the branches.

Frost-resistant

Some regions aren't as blessed with stable, warm weather, and frosts are common. Saving cucumbers isn't always easy for gardeners. Therefore, experts recommend choosing cold-resistant varieties.

Bushy

Characterized by its compact growth, the vines are 70 cm long. It's an excellent choice for areas with limited space. Suitable for planting in greenhouses and outdoors. It takes about three weeks for the cucumbers to ripen before the green shoots emerge.

Serpentine

This variety tolerates low temperatures without affecting its yield. The cucumbers are suitable for pickling and fresh salads. The plants grow vigorously with short branches. The cucumbers are 9-13 cm long, and their elongated, cylindrical shape is unobtrusive.

Altaic

The plant's vines tolerate relatively low temperatures. Due to the short branches, 4-5 plants are planted per square meter. The soft interior is covered with a thick skin. Recommended for fresh consumption.

Shade-tolerant

Gardeners are often disappointed when their plots are left without any sunny spots after planting their vegetables. There are cucumber varieties that thrive in partial shade.

They do not require direct sunlight and bear fruit well, so they are easily planted - the so-called shade-tolerant varieties.

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Another versatile cucumber variety. It has a female flowering type with early ovary formation on the branches. Ribbing is subtle. The plant's immunity protects against diseases such as cladosporiosis and powdery mildew.

Muromsky 36

This variety ripens quickly and is eaten fresh or preserved for winter. The fruits are smooth, with bumps protruding in places on the skin. The cucumbers reach 7-9 cm in length. To prevent yellowing, they are harvested daily.

Moscow Region Evenings F1

The plant has medium branching. The cucumbers are perfectly shaped, 13-16 cm long. Several fruits ripen simultaneously on a single bush.

High-yielding crops

To get a bountiful harvest, you can't rely solely on the specific characteristics of a particular variety. Ideal conditions are essential for a long-lasting harvest. These conditions depend on the planting location, the quality of care, and the soil composition. Plant breeders describe varieties that, under suitable conditions, produce good yields. People often choose the most productive varieties to ensure they can enjoy their cucumbers.

Annushka

This Dutch-bred variety is popular among gardeners and homesteaders worldwide. Despite its high yield and the effort it takes to produce fruit, the resulting cucumbers are delicious. Low nighttime temperatures and prolonged rains negatively impact the plant.

Adam

A cultivar with a female flowering type. The branches are covered with small green or dark green leaves. It is grown in open ground. For easier harvesting, use a hanging net or trellis.

Courage

This self-pollinating hybrid was bred for growing in protected ground. The cucumbers are harvested when they weigh approximately 100 g. A good yield per season is 18-20 kg. Best eaten fresh.

Emelya

A plant with limited vine growth and early fruit ripening. Suitable for fresh consumption and canning, it is considered a "universal" crop. Flowering type: female.

Sigurd

This plant with an unusual name has the typical characteristics of most fruits. The cucumbers are medium in weight and 11-15 cm long. With proper care, Sigurd produces fruit 39 days after sprouting.

Self-pollinating hybrids

Unsure which cucumber varieties to choose, many end up choosing self-pollinating varieties. This category has several advantages. Cucumbers are resistant to high humidity and have a strong immune system.

Spring

These cucumbers will pleasantly surprise gardeners with their sweet flavor. They are cylindrical and short. They have a strong immune system and are resistant to common plant diseases. Vesna is considered a universal variety.

Gerda

Cucumbers are picked from the bushes six weeks after sowing the seeds. The cucumbers are no longer than 10 cm. Gerda is resistant to fungal diseases.

Disease-resistant cucumbers

High humidity and cold are ideal conditions for fungal growth. Sometimes summer blesses gardeners with just such weather. In such cases, it's recommended to grow cucumbers, which are resistant to powdery mildew, bacterial blight, and many other diseases. Regardless of the weather, you'll get a cucumber harvest.

Octopus

At first glance, it seems that this hybrid was bred specifically for pickling. This is evidenced by its incredible flavor, which is achieved after pickling. The fruits are not bitter and have a perfect cylindrical shape. The cucumbers are covered with small tubercles with light-colored spines.

Benefit

The hybrid is unable to self-pollinate and therefore requires additional care. The flesh is tender and crisp. When eaten, there is no bitter taste, which is typical of some cucumber varieties.

The most popular varieties

People crave tasty and aromatic fruits. Such seeds are always in demand among gardeners. Fortunately, there are some in this category.

Strongman

At maturity, the plant produces an abundance of beautiful cucumbers on the vines. The cucumbers are covered with tubercles. This variety is very productive, yielding 13-14 kg of fruit per square meter.

Christina

Characteristics of the variety:

• early fruiting - 40-43 days;
• high yield;
• versatility of fruits.

Suitable for both open and closed soil. Trellis or special frames will make maintenance easy. This ensures uniform growth of the vines.

Monisia

The plant has a robust root system. The dark green skin is covered with small light spots. The skin has few bumps. The foliage is moderate.

The field of breeding offers a large number of cucumber varieties. They differ in ripening time, shape, taste, color, and other characteristics. The selection is so wide that every gardener will find what they need.