- Alficoz faqqous (Armenian cucumber) seeds, a traditional variety known for long, slightly curved fruits with thin, light green skin and a mild, refreshing taste. The variety is vigorous with a long harvest period, ideal for fresh eating, especially in salads, and performs well in open-field cultivation in warm regions such as Saudi Arabia.
Key Features
- Long fruits with a distinctive shape and a light, refreshing taste.
- Thin, easy-to-eat skin without bitterness.
- Vigorous growth with good plant spread.
- Steady production over a long picking period.
- Suitable for open-field growing in warm climates.
- High-quality seeds with a high germination rate.
Specifications
- Trade name: Alficoz faqqous (Armenian cucumber) seeds
- Crop: Faqqous / cucumber
- Net weight: 10 g
- Germination rate: 85%
- Purity: 97%
- Seed treatment: Fungicide (fludioxonil)
- Country of origin: Spain
Directions for Use
- Sow seeds directly in the permanent field once the soil has warmed, when the temperature is not below 14 °C.
- Sow 2–3 cm deep, placing 2–3 seeds per hill.
- Suitable spacing is about 150 cm between rows and 100 cm between hills.
- After 4 true leaves appear, thin to 2–3 strong plants per hill.
- Irrigate regularly without waterlogging, in well-drained, nutrient-rich soil.
Planting Times
- Mild regions: during spring.
- Warm regions of Saudi Arabia: from late winter through spring; earlier planting is possible once temperatures are stable.
Harvest
- Fruits appear gradually; harvest when they reach the right length and before they grow too large, picking regularly to keep the plants producing.
Orkida Tip
- For high-quality, great-tasting faqqous, keep irrigation regular, especially during flowering and fruit set, use a balanced fertilizer with equal nutrient ratios, and avoid drought stress or severe heat stress.