The cucumber 'Bodina F1', from the seed company Hortinova, is an American-type hybrid variety, renowned for its 20 cm long fruits with smooth, slightly thorny skin. Its early maturity and high productivity make it an ideal choice for gardeners and market gardeners looking for quick and high-quality harvests.
Spread: 1 to 1.5 meters
Plant height: Creeping plant, can be trained to optimize space
Companion plants: Corn, lettuce, radish
Enemy plants: Sage, potato
Latin name: Cucumis sativus
With its mild and slightly sweet flavour, the 'Bodina F1' cucumber is ideal for salads, soups and stir-fries. Suitable for growing in greenhouses, plastic tunnels or in open fields, it fits perfectly into intensive production systems or in family gardens.
For successful cultivation, sow seeds directly into the ground after the last frost, or start seedlings indoors 4 to 6 weeks before transplanting. Sow 1 cm deep and space seedlings 1 to 1.5 metres apart to allow for optimum development. Germination usually occurs in 7 to 14 days.
This cucumber prefers organically rich, well-drained soils and full sun exposure. Water regularly to maintain consistent moisture, especially during fruit formation. Training the plant can promote better air circulation and make harvesting easier.
The 'Bodina F1' cucumber is a must-have for those looking for a tasty, productive and easy-to-grow variety, ideal for enriching your dishes or providing a quality commercial yield.
