- The seeds of the Armenian cucumber (Alficoz) variety are from a traditional cultivar known for producing relatively long, slightly curved fruits with a thin, light green skin and a pleasant, refreshing taste. This variety is characterized by its vigorous growth and long harvest period, making it suitable for fresh consumption, especially in salads. It also thrives in field cultivation in warm regions such as Saudi Arabia.
Product Features
- Long fruits with a distinctive shape and a light, refreshing taste.
- Thin, easy-to-eat peel without bitterness.
- Vigorous growth and good spread of the plant.
- Regular productivity with a long harvest period.
- Suitable for field cultivation in warm climates.
- High-quality seeds with a high germination rate.
Technical specifications
- Trade name: Alficose seeds (Armenian cucumber)
- Crop: Cucumber
- Net weight: 10 grams
- Germination rate: 85%
- Purity level: 97%
- Treatment: Treatment with a fungicide (fludioxonil)
- Country of origin: Spain
farming method
- The seeds are sown directly into the permanent ground after the soil has warmed up, when the temperature is no less than 14°C.
- The seeds are sown at a depth of 2–3 cm, with 2–3 seeds placed in each hole.
- The appropriate spacing is approximately 150 cm between lines and 100 cm between holes.
- After 4 true leaves appear, thinning is done, leaving 2-3 strong plants in each hole.
- Regular watering without overwatering is preferred, along with well-drained soil rich in nutrients.
Planting dates
- In temperate regions: during the spring season.
- In the warm regions of Saudi Arabia: from the end of winter until spring, early planting is possible with stable temperatures.
harvest
- The fruits begin to appear gradually, and harvesting takes place when they reach the appropriate length and before they increase in size excessively, with regular collection to stimulate continued production.
Advice for farmers
- To obtain high-quality cucumber fruits with a distinctive taste, ensure regular irrigation, especially during the flowering and fruit-setting stage, with balanced fertilization in equal proportions of nutrients, and avoid dehydrating the plant or exposing it to severe heat stress.