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  1. M. Ageenko Krasnodar Territory

    What cucumbers are best grown in the Krasnodar Territory?

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    • OOO "Sad"

      The main problem in the southern regions is the high air temperature. Unlike the same pumpkins, zucchini and watermelons, cucumber leaves do not have natural protection against overheating, the same aerenhyme or wax coating on the leaves. They also lack strong pubescence, which also prevents overheating. A temperature of 45-50 ° is considered critical for cucumbers. In such conditions, cucumbers with weak branching die very quickly. Therefore, in hot regions it is more advisable to grow hybrids with strong branching. Moreover, the length of the shoots is of secondary importance here, the main thing is that the plant constantly forms new shoots and leaves. They serve as natural sun protection and allow you to extend the fruiting period.

      It is possible to further increase the heat resistance of plants by installing low-pressure polyethylene sunscreens and maintaining constant soil moisture. The soil for cucumbers can be covered with light-colored mulch (non-woven material, fresh sawdust, etc.). This will protect the roots from overheating. And yet another moment: the heat resistance of a cucumber largely depends on its genetics. In particular, hybrids of Chinese cucumbers are well tolerated in hot weather.

      I. BELKINA agronomist

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