Grow Delicious, Crunchy Cucumbers with Cucumber Merlin F1
Craving fresh, homegrown cucumbers this summer? Look no further than Cucumber Merlin F1, an all-female variety perfect for both greenhouses and outdoor spaces. This easy-to-grow option offers consistent yields of delicious, crunchy cucumbers, making it ideal for novice gardeners.
Get Your Cucumber Seeds Started:
- Timing:ย Sow seeds indoors fromย Marchย for greenhouses,ย late Aprilย for outdoors.
- Warm & Cozy:ย Start seeds in pots or coir coins at 21ยฐC (70ยฐF) using a propagator or a warm windowsill with plastic covering.
- Sowing Depth:ย Plant seeds 1-2cm deep in quality compost or coir,ย keep moist.
Growing Strong Seedlings:
- Upsize & Pot On:ย Once established,ย transplant seedlings to 25cm pots or grow bags with good drainage.
- Watering & Humidity:ย Keep compost moist,ย especially during hot weather.ย Consider floor watering in greenhouses for humidity.
- Temperature:ย Wait for consistent temperatures above 12ยฐC (54ยฐF) before moving outdoors.
Climbing & Training:
- Vertical Growth:ย Train plants upwards on wires or canes for optimal space efficiency.
- Pinching:ย Pinch out the main stem tip when it reaches the roof and side shoots after 2 leaves beyond female flowers.
Feeding & Care for Happy Plants:
- Happy Plants, Happy Cucumbers:ย Feed plants weekly with a balanced liquid fertiliser for optimal growth and delicious fruit.
- Identify Female Flowers:ย Look for tiny cucumbers forming behind them,ย indicating potential fruit.
Harvesting Sweet Success:
- Pick in the Morning:ย Harvest early for the best flavour.
- Use Sharp Tools:ย Cut cleanly with a knife or secateurs to encourage further fruiting.
Bonus Tip: Regular harvesting promotes continuous production and ensures you enjoy fresh cucumbers throughout the summer!
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Christine Brooks (verified owner) –
I chose this variety to try a different type of cucumber
James Mcintosh (verified owner) –
Had these before superb
Jan (verified owner) –
Packaged well. Cannot wait to try this variety.
Bill Bradford (verified owner) –
started a just a few all germinated and are thriving prompt service as usual.
Andrea GHARSALLAH (verified owner) –
not down these yet