Cucumber 'Robichaud'
description
Cucumber 'Robichaud' (Cucumis sativus) – Offered by Le Potager Ornemental de Catherine
The 'Robichaud' cucumber is a Canadian heritage variety , cultivated for over fifty years in the Neguac region of New Brunswick . This American-type field cucumber , 20 to 30 cm long, is renowned for its exceptional flavour and crisp flesh , ideal for fresh consumption or for preparing relishes and marinades .
Rustic and productive, it has demonstrated an excellent capacity for adaptation , managing to produce abundantly even in difficult growing conditions .
Characteristics of the variety
Type : Annual
Plant habit : Creeping and vigorous
Fruit length : 20 to 30 cm
Color : Dark green, stays green for a long time when ripe
Flavor : Sweet, crisp, perfect for fresh and relish
Maturity : 65 to 70 days
Tolerance : Resistant and productive, even in difficult conditions
Use : Fresh, preserves, relishes
?? Cultivation method
?? Exposure : Full sun
?? Sowing :
• Indoors 2 to 5 weeks before last frost
• Direct sowing after all risk of frost, when the soil reaches 18°C
?? Sowing depth : 1.5 cm
?? Germination temperature : 20-30°C
? Germination time : 7 to 10 days
?? Spacing : 40 cm between plants
?? Watering : Regular, on well-drained and rich soil
?? Protection of young plants : Recommended against insects at the start of the season
Thanks to its robustness and remarkable adaptation , the 'Robichaud' cucumber is a treasure of Canadian agricultural heritage , ideal for gardeners looking for a reliable and tasty variety .
Use and special features
?? A versatile and tasty cucumber
Perfect for salads, preserves and homemade relish .
?? A resistant heritage variety
Cultivated for over 50 years , it offers a generous harvest even in difficult conditions .
???? A treasure of New Brunswick
Originally from Néguac , this variety has been preserved and carefully multiplied by enthusiasts.
