The best hybrids and varieties of white cucumbers for giving

Exotic vegetables in the garden are no longer a curiosity, and an example is white cucumbers. The varieties are not yet very diverse, but even among what is presented on the Russian market, you can find interesting specimens. The latest selection is found in Chinese online stores.

The main differences between white and green cucumbers

Not only the unusual appearance of the familiar vegetable prompts the summer resident to buy another curiosity. According to the reviews of gardeners who have already tested varieties of white cucumbers on their plots, there are undoubted advantages in their choice:

• white varieties of cucumbers have a more delicate and thin skin;
• there is never bitterness in them;
• have a stronger aroma;
• white cucumbers are mostly shade-tolerant;
• they more persistently tolerate both a decrease in temperature and an increase, they do not stop bearing fruit even at + 45 ° C;
• the white fruits of cucumbers are clearly visible in the green foliage, so they are always harvested on time;
• they produce lashes of more than 2 m, bearing fruit along their entire length, with numerous lateral shoots, and due to this they always have excellent productivity.

White cucumbers and their varieties

Even from the small assortment that seed producers offer, you can choose the right varieties. White cucumbers are:

• smooth and spiny;
• parthenocarpic and bee-pollinated;
• greenhouse and open ground;
• long and gherkin type;
• salad and salted.

Therefore, you need to not only focus on an attractive image in the photo, but also be sure to read the description of the variety so as not to be disappointed in the end.

F1 white crunch

An early ripe hybrid (45 days) with predominantly female flowers. Fruit weight - up to 180 g, length - maximum 17 cm, smooth surface. Purpose - for fresh salads and snacks. The variety is ideal for indoor cultivation. A distinctive feature is leveled fruits with thin skin and harmonious taste.

F1 White Angel

Mid-season hybrid (50-55 days) with mixed flowers. Fruit weight - 50-70 g, length - 6-8 cm, prickly surface. Designed for use in salads and canned food. Grown in greenhouses and in the open field (under temporary shelters). The versatility, medium size and characteristic taste make this variety one of the favorites of summer residents.

White Italian (Bianco Lungo)

An old variety of white cucumbers, cultivated since the end of the 19th century. Fruits are leveled, sparsely lumpy, ivory, up to 20 cm long. The pulp is white, juicy and fragrant, with a sweetish refreshing taste. A plant with great vigor, usually tied to a support, but it may well be grown in a sprout. This is a noteworthy variety, tested by time and many generations of passionate gardeners.

F1 Bride

Early maturing bee-pollinated hybrid (38-42 days) with partial parthenocarp. The fruits are long (up to 40 cm), leveled, with frequent and large tubercles. At the stage of ripening, it is pure white. It is intended for cultivation mainly in closed ground. Used fresh. Has increased requirements for watering and regular feeding, needs contact with pollinators to ensure optimal ovary formation. But all the difficulties of care are offset by the excellent taste of the fruit and the yield of the variety.

Squirrel F1

The first among white-fruited bunchy hybrid with female-type flowers, indeterminate, mid-season. Fruits are arranged in 1-3 pieces in nodes, length - up to 11 cm.The surface is lumpy, the skin of the greens is pistachio-colored, and of ripe fruits it is white. The pulp is juicy and crispy. It can be grown both outdoors and indoors, in the sun or in partial shade. It is used for preservation whole and fresh - in salads. This hybrid is rapidly gaining popularity due to its bunch-type fruiting and resistance to a number of diseases such as LMR (downy mildew), cucumber mosaic virus and olive spot.

White Pickle Mini

A mid-season (50-55 days) family variety of white cucumbers of American origin. Fruits are small, slightly lumpy, creamy white, 5-7 cm long. Grown in closed and open ground. Due to the miniature gherkin appearance, the fruits are used in conservation, especially effective in assorted tomatoes.

Head Captain F1

A mid-season bee-pollinated hybrid (45-50 days), partial parthenocarp is present. Fruits are cylindrical, large-lumpy, with a maximum length of up to 40 cm. Zelentsy are light green in color, ripe cucumbers are white with a slight greenish tint. The rich aroma and excellent taste make this variety indispensable in salads. But it can also be used in conservation, being cut into wedges.

F1 white sugar

New mid-season hybrid with high parthenocarpic properties. Fruits are smooth, cylindrical, sparsely lumpy, 8-12 cm long. The skin is tender, creamy white, the flesh is light green, crispy and aromatic. The variety is grown indoors; when planting, its vigor and the presence of many lateral lashes are taken into account. Universal use - both fresh and canned. An ideal choice for those who love beauty both in the garden and on the table.

Martini F1

Mid-season hybrid for greenhouse conditions and open ground. Fruits are medium, weighing up to 90 g, large lumpy, ivory. The plant is long-leaved, needs support. Crispy, sweet cucumbers are a real treat for children and adults.

The trade names of such hybrids and varieties of white cucumbers as Snow Leopard, Snow White, Blondin, White Miracle, Chinese White, Bidigo-Lungo, White Delicatessen and some others are also known.

Features of agricultural technology

The unusual color does not change the usual growing rules. White cucumbers have no differences in agricultural technology, with the exception of some nuances:

• When growing seedlings, you should pay special attention to the correct choice of soil, since white cucumber varieties are more demanding on the level of soil acidity.
• Plants need support, they are rarely grown in sprouts. This is due to the need to ventilate multi-vine bushes.
• White cucumbers do not need special shaping due to their ability to set fruits both on the main stem and on the side shoots.
• Delayed removal of ripe fruits leads not only to a slight deterioration in taste, but also to a decrease in yield.
• Cucumbers of white varieties respond to increased air humidity with increased fruit formation. It is recommended to regularly water paths and fences next to the beds in hot weather. At the same time, they can be watered a little less often than ordinary cucumbers - 1 time in 4-5 days, and only with warm water.

From all of the above, it is clear that white cucumbers can be considered as a worthy alternative to the usual varieties. Especially attractive "exotic" look in the composition of summer vegetable salad: for example, white cucumber, blue tomato (variety with a high content of anthocyanins), yellow and red bell peppers ... Not only colorful, but also an appetizing sight.