Description of the Aristocrat F1 cucumber variety, cultivation and yield

Gardeners are interested in how to grow the Aristocrat F1 cucumber, which they found described online. This early-ripening variety can be found in all regions of Russia. It bears fruit for a long time. Both experienced and novice gardeners grow these cucumbers without any problems. Aristocrat has received positive reviews.

Description of the variety

This variety has two producers: one Russian and one South Korean. Despite sharing the same name, the cucumbers are distinct.

This domestically bred variety is produced by the company "Poisk." The Aristocrat F1 cucumber is included in the state register of the Russian Federation. It ripens mid-early. Gardeners harvest the first crop 40-45 days after the seedlings emerge. The crop is grown primarily in greenhouses and hotbeds. It has female flowering and is pollinated by bees.

The bushes are indeterminate and have few branches. The leaves are light green and rich. The size is medium. One to three fruits can be set per leaf axil. They can grow in arid regions. The variety easily tolerates temperature fluctuations. The taste is not affected by weather conditions.

The cucumbers are cylindrical in shape. They have small tubercles and white pubescence, which protects them from cold and moisture evaporation. The cucumbers are 9 to 13 cm long and weigh 70-90 g. The fruit is dark green. The cucumbers are easy to spot among the thickets of the plant, as the leaves are lighter in color than the cucumbers. The cucumbers have longitudinal stripes along their entire length, and some spots are present.

The taste is excellent. Aristocrat F1 has a classic fresh flavor and subtle aroma. The cucumbers are crisp. The flesh is smooth.

Harvesting begins in June and continues until late autumn. The plant produces abundant fruit. Fresh greens can be picked every 4-7 days. The yield per square meter is 10-13 kg.

Gardeners appreciate this variety for its versatility. These cucumbers are perfect for fresh salads and various pickles. The small, neat cucumbers fit easily into jars.

The characteristics of the Korean variety are as follows. The company that produces the Aristocrat F1 cucumber in South Korea is Nong Woo Bio Co. The seeds are sold worldwide, but the variety is primarily grown in Ukraine. Gardeners grow the hybrid in greenhouses and open ground.

The first harvest is collected 35 days after the seedlings emerge. This is an early-ripening crop. It is a parthenocarpic variety, meaning the fruit sets without insect pollination.
The bushes are vigorous with large leaves. Each leaf axil produces 2-4 fruits.

The fruits of Aristocrat F1 cucumbers, produced in South Korea, are uniform and medium-sized. Average length is 10 cm, weight is 70-90 g, diameter is 2-3 cm, color is dark green, shape is slightly curved, stripes and tubercles are present, and dense white pubescence is present.

The flesh is tender, dense, and crisp. There's no bitterness or hollowness. The flavor is rich and cucumber-like. The aroma is subtle. Due to its size and flavor, this variety is suitable for pickling, marinating, and canning. These cucumbers are also delicious fresh. Yields are similar to those of the Russian variety.

The Russian and Korean Aristocrat F1 share a number of common characteristics:

1. The hybrid is immune to common diseases. It's resistant to powdery mildew, brown spot, and other diseases.
2. The variety easily tolerates temperature changes, adverse weather conditions, and drought.
3. Early ripening of fruits.
4. High yield and germination.
5. Rapid growth of cucumbers.
6. Easy to grow.
7. Harvest time. Fresh fruits can be harvested from May (South Korean variety) and June (Russian variety) until autumn.
8. Miniature fruit size and excellent taste.
9. Versatility in application.
10. Its shelf life and transportability make it a popular choice for commercial cultivation.

How to grow cucumbers?

Regardless of the grower, the Aristocrat F1 cucumber prefers loose, well-aerated soil. It's best planted in soil previously occupied by onions, peppers, cabbage, or potatoes.

You can plant both seedlings and seeds in the ground. Planting occurs after all spring frosts have passed and the soil has warmed to 15–16°C. For seeds, make 4-cm-deep holes every 20 cm. Experienced gardeners plant cucumbers in even rows, spaced approximately half a meter apart. If you are planting seeds, you need to cover them with film or spunbond on top, even if the bed is in a greenhouse.

For maximum yield, the bushes should be watered with warm water every other day. Once the plant begins to bear fruit, water every day early in the morning or in the evening after sunset. After watering, loosen the soil to ensure adequate oxygenation for the roots. The Aristocrat F1 cucumber appreciates fertilization. Organic and mineral fertilizers are suitable. Gardeners should promptly remove weeds from cucumber beds.