Cucumber 'Murza' F1
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The cucumber 'Murza F1', from the seed company Hortinova, is an American-type hybrid variety known for its 20 cm long fruits, with smooth skin and a few thorns. Its firm and tasty flesh, as well as its early maturity, make it an ideal choice for gardeners looking for quick and generous harvests.
Spread: 1 to 1.5 meters
Plant height: Creeping plant, can be trained to maximize space
Companion plants: Corn, radish, lettuce
Enemy plants: Sage, potato
Latin name: Cucumis sativus
With its mild and slightly sweet flavor, the 'Murza F1' cucumber is ideal for salads, soups, and stir-fries. Very versatile, it adapts equally well to growing in a greenhouse, under a plastic tunnel, or in the open field, meeting the needs of market gardeners and amateur gardeners.
For successful cultivation, sow seeds 1 cm deep directly in the ground after the last frost, or in pots indoors 4 to 6 weeks before transplanting. Space plants 1 to 1.5 metres apart for optimum growth. Germination takes place in 7 to 14 days.
'Murza F1' thrives in organically rich, well-drained soils with full sun exposure. Water regularly to maintain consistent moisture, especially during fruit formation. Training the plant can help save space and make harvesting easier. Harvest fruit when it reaches full size, but before it fully ripens, to ensure optimum flavor.
Cucumber 'Murza F1' is a highly productive and versatile variety, perfect for gardeners looking for tasty fruit and an easy-to-manage crop.
