Cucumber - Octopus F1 - 500 seeds - Syngenta - High-Yield, Disease-Resistant Pickling Variety

The 'Octopus' F1 cucumber is a medium-early hybrid variety distinguished by its high yield potential and vigorous growth. It produces cylindrical fruits with a length-to-width ratio of approximately 3:1, featuring pale stripes and a lighter-coloured tip. Perfectly suited for pickling, fermenting, and fresh consumption.

Sowing Instructions

Cucumbers can be sown directly into the ground from the beginning of May, or seedlings can be prepared from mid-April. Seeds should be sown at a depth of 2-3 cm.

Plant Spacing

The recommended spacing is 100-120 cm between rows and approximately 15 cm between individual plants.

Preferred Growing Conditions

The 'Octopus' F1 cucumber thrives best in sunny locations with fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soils, ideally sandy-loamy types. Consistent watering and proper nutrient supply are essential for optimum growth.

Cultivation and Care

Plants require regular watering and balanced fertilisation, especially during the flowering and fruit-setting periods. Suitable for cultivation both from seedlings and direct sowing.

Sowing Times

• Seedlings: from mid-April
• Direct ground sowing: early to mid-May

Harvest Period

Harvesting begins in July and continues through to September. The vegetation period lasts approximately 60-65 days.

Growth and Plant Height

This variety exhibits vigorous growth with a well-developed vine system, which contributes to its high productivity.

Disease Resistance

'Octopus' F1 cucumbers are resistant to cucurbit scab and exhibit good tolerance to powdery mildew, downy mildew, and cucumber mosaic virus.

Usage

Ideal for various types of processing, including pickling, fermenting, and fresh use—perfectly suitable for salads, sandwiches, or as a healthy snack.

Storage Recommendations

Fresh cucumbers can be stored in the refrigerator for a few days. For longer preservation, pickling or fermenting is recommended.

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This package contains 500 seeds of the cucumber variety 'Octopus' F1. Detailed instructions regarding sowing, cultivation, and seed expiry dates are clearly indicated on the label.