Mini Cucumber 'Salamanda' F1

$4.99
Vendor: Hortinova
Type: Seeds
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Description

The cucumber 'Salamanda F1', from the seed company Hortinova, is a compact hybrid variety, perfect for tight spaces. Vigorous and productive, this plant produces crunchy and juicy fruits, measuring 10 to 12 cm, without any bitterness. Ideal for balconies, greenhouses or raised beds, it is an essential choice for urban gardeners or those with limited space.

Spread: 1 to 1.2 meters
Plant height: 30 to 40 cm
Quantity per pack: nd
Companion plants: Corn, beans, lettuce
Enemy plants: Potato, basil
Latin name: Cucumis sativus

With its crisp and slightly sweet flavor, the 'Salamanda F1' cucumber is ideal for fresh consumption or for preparing pickles. Its early maturity allows for quick and uniform harvests, even for novice gardeners.

For best results, sow seeds 1 cm deep directly into the ground after the last frost, or in pots indoors 4 weeks before transplanting. Space plants about 50 cm apart for good air circulation. Germination occurs in 7 to 14 days, ensuring rapid and healthy growth.

'Salamanda F1' prefers soils rich in organic matter and well drained, with full sun exposure and regular watering to maintain constant humidity. This variety is resistant to diseases such as cucumber mosaic virus (CMV) and downy mildew (DM), ensuring an abundant and quality harvest.

Easy to grow and extremely productive, the 'Salamanda F1' cucumber is perfect for adding freshness and crunch to your dishes while fitting perfectly into small gardens or balconies.