| Gardener |
|
|---|---|
| Plant ID | 114 |
| Name |
County Fair F1 |
| Species | sativus |
| Location | South Bed - South Side |
| Date Planted | Apr 22, 2025 |
| Seed Source | Holmes Seed Company |
| Category | |
| Grow Method | Soil |
| Notes | COUNTY FAIR F1 - CUCUMBER - HYBRID TYPE: Dual Purpose: Pickling & Slicing SEED DEVELOPMENT: Nearly Seedless (Parthenocarpic) FRUIT LENGTH: 6-8" (Slicing), 2-4" (Pickling) FRUIT CHARACTERISTICS: Blocky, Dark Green MATURITY: Approximately 50-52 Days After Planting YIELD POTENTIAL: High KEY ATTRIBUTES: POLLINATION: Consistent fruit set without the need for pollination. Reliable production even with limited pollinator activity. May produce seeds if grown with other cucumber varieties. VERSATILITY: Performs well as both a crisp slicing and a snappy pickling cucumber. Adaptable for various culinary uses. DISEASE RESISTANCE: Highly resistant to Bacterial Wilt. Strong defense against a common garden issue. PRODUCTIVITY: Consistently produces a large number of uniform, dark green fruits. A dependable producer throughout the growing season. FLAVOR PROFILE: Known for its sweet, non-bitter taste. Always a pleasant eating experience. TIME TO HARVEST: Reaches maturity quickly at 50-52 days from planting. Provides early-season yields. GROWING GUIDELINES: STARTING: Sow indoors ~2 weeks before the last expected frost (California: typically late March/early April). Direct sow when soil temperatures reach 65-70°F (California: May-June). Plant seeds ½" deep. SPACING: Allow 36-60" between plants, or 12" if using a trellis system. Utilize vertical growth for optimal space management. PLANT SUPPORT: Trellising or staking is beneficial for vining growth. Enhances air circulation, reduces disease potential, and encourages straighter fruit formation. HARVESTING: Pick fruits frequently (every 1-2 days) at the desired size (2-4" for pickling, 6-8" for slicing) to encourage continuous production. Avoid allowing fruits to turn yellow. EXHIBITION POTENTIAL: Displays excellent uniformity in shape, color, and size at both pickling and slicing stages. A strong candidate for awards. |
| upgrade | Potting Up Apr 22, 2025 |
https://www.holmesseed.com/county-fair-improved-f1/?searchid=1072846&search_query=County+Fair |
|
seedsio.com © 2024