by Tomislav Dvorski | May 7, 2022 | Cucumber, Vegetables
The main types of cultivars are divided based on cultivation methods and usage. Thus, we distinguish between cultivars for open-field cultivation and those for protected spaces. According to their usage, salad cultivars (for fresh consumption) and pickling cultivars...by Tomislav Dvorski | May 7, 2022 | Cucumber, Vegetables
Cucumber is the most economically significant and, therefore, the most prevalent plant species in the gourd family (Latin: Cucurbitaceae) in vegetable cultivation. Opinions on the origin of the cucumber are divided. According to some authors, the species (Latin: C....by Tomislav Dvorski | May 7, 2022 | Cucumber, Vegetables
Seedlings can be grown on beds or in containers, with container cultivation offering several advantages, making it more commonly used. Advantages of container cultivation for seedlings: Uniform Growth: Seedlings grown in containers have uniform vegetative space,...by Tomislav Dvorski | May 7, 2022 | Cucumber, Vegetables
Cucumber cultivation in protected spaces is also possible without soil, using a hydroponic system. The substrates used in hydroponic cultivation can be organic, inorganic, or synthetic. Organic substrates: Coconut coir, rice husks, sawdust, bark, pine needles....by Tomislav Dvorski | May 7, 2022 | Cucumber, Vegetables
Fertilization of cucumbers is enhanced by using organic fertilizer on plots designated for cucumber cultivation. This not only provides essential nutrients but also ensures a favorable crumbly soil structure and optimal air and water capacity. Typically, 25 – 50...