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Very soon, the first crispy cucumbers will appear on the beds, and many hostesses will begin to actively engage in harvesting for the winter. Of course, pickled cucumbers will be out of competition among any blanks - unmatched salads and delicious pickles are prepared with them, and it is always a joy to just taste such cucumbers with boiled potatoes! And if you also choose the right varieties suitable for salting, the blanks will turn out to be even more successful! What varieties of cucumbers are best suited for pickling?
The main features of pickling cucumbers
Seasoned summer residents and experienced housewives are well aware that not all varieties of cucumbers are suitable for pickling. And a lot really depends on the right choice of cucumbers for pickling, because if you pickle salad varieties, they can not only lose their taste and shape, but also "explode"! However, once at a time, of course, it is not necessary, and sometimes such cucumbers also work out wonderfully well! But nevertheless, it is better to initially take care of growing the "right" varieties and hybrids for pickling on your site!
Salad varieties and hybrids are usually characterized by a very impressive length, rich green color, as well as the presence of a thin and delicate smooth skin. As for pickling cucumbers, in most cases they have a relatively small size and dense skin, and are also covered with many black thorns and pimples.
It does not hurt to know that in recent years, breeders have also managed to bring out the so-called universal varieties of cucumbers, which are suitable both for slicing or salads, and for processing. As a rule, the seed bags of these varieties have a corresponding indication.
Some summer residents are very skeptical about various hybrids of cucumbers, believing that pickles that are ideal in all respects can only be made from varieties. And this is the deepest delusion - many modern hybrids are also ideal for processing and can boast of excellent taste, unmatched aroma and impressive "branded" crunch!
The best varieties for pickling
These varieties of cucumbers have been actively used for pickling for many years, and, it should be noted, they never fail!
Nezhinsky. A truly "classic" pickling variety! The fruits of these cucumbers are covered with characteristic black thorns and many bumps, and their flesh is very tasty and crunchy! But only this variety is characterized by vulnerability to downy mildew and powdery mildew, so maximum attention will be required during the cultivation process!
Kustovoy. The fruits of this variety of cucumbers have a rich green color, and their sizes are within ten to thirteen centimeters. This variety is especially often grown in the middle zone, Chernozem and Moscow region.
Vyaznikovsky. An early ripe variety with a delicate crunchy pulp. The dense skin of the fruit is covered with numerous tubercles, but at the same time it is not at all tough. Despite the fact that in terms of yield, this variety is noticeably inferior to hybrids, the taste of pickled cucumbers is incomparable!
Muromsky. The length of these cucumbers usually does not exceed seven to nine centimeters, and they also boast a surprisingly pleasant taste. True, at the peak of fruiting, such cucumbers need constant and regular collection - the pulp of fruits lingering on the branches can acquire a slight bitterness.
Far Eastern. A versatile variety with excellent taste characteristics. The fruits reach a length of thirteen to fifteen centimeters, and their pimply dark skin is covered with slightly whitish stripes.
Best hybrids
Shchedryk F1. It boasts an excellent taste of the fruit, generously dotted with numerous tubercles and miniature pale spines.
Crispy bed F1. An incredibly productive hybrid of the first generation - up to seven kilograms of fruit can be harvested from each cucumber bush!
Hummingbird F1. An excellent choice for lovers of miniature gherkins! In jars of pickles, these cucumbers will look very elegant and festive!
Matryoshka F1. A hybrid with a fairly high yield, whose fruits are characterized by a rich green color, a relatively small number of seeds and a slightly sweet pulp.
Emerald earrings F1. An early hybrid, excellent taste, crunch and aroma of which are perfectly preserved in any preparation!
What varieties and hybrids of cucumbers do you prefer to use for pickling?
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