From the small seeds, the growth of cucumbers has been meticulously cared for. In the nursery area of the greenhouse, cucumber seeds are gently sown in the nursery matrix, which is like a warm nursery. Suitable temperature, humidity and light conditions, like a mother’s embrace, care for the germination of seeds and the growth of seedlings. When the seedlings grow 2-3 true leaves, they are like little soldiers about to go to war and are transplanted to the vast world of the greenhouse planting area.
After planting, the spacing between rows and plants of cucumbers is carefully arranged. Each cucumber plant has enough space, with a row spacing of 100-120 cm and a plant spacing of 30-40 cm. They are arranged neatly like well-trained soldiers. Here, they can enjoy sufficient sunlight and breathe freely in a well-ventilated environment.
Pruning and hanging vines are important links in the growth process of cucumbers. Just like pruning trees, growers retain the main vines for fruiting and carefully remove the side vines and tendrils so that every nutrient can be concentrated on the fruit. Hanging vines allow cucumber plants to climb up along the ropes, making full use of the vertical space of the greenhouse, while also allowing sunlight to be evenly sprinkled on each leaf, improving ventilation and light transmission conditions, allowing cucumbers to thrive in a comfortable environment.
Pollination and thinning flowers and fruits are even more intelligent. In this greenhouse without natural pollinating insects, artificial assisted pollination or the use of plant growth regulators has become the key to ensuring cucumber fruiting. Flower and fruit thinning is like a careful screening, removing those deformed fruits and excessive female flowers, leaving only the healthiest and most promising fruits, ensuring that every cucumber can grow full and beautiful.
Pest and disease control: a green line of defense to protect cucumbers
In the cultivation of cucumbers in Russian glass greenhouses, pest and disease control is a war without gunpowder, and prevention is the primary strategy of this war. At the entrance of the greenhouse, the disinfection channel is like a solid castle gate, blocking germs and pests outside the door. Every person and tool entering the greenhouse must undergo strict disinfection, like receiving a sacred baptism. At the same time, the interior of the greenhouse is regularly disinfected, weeds and diseased remains are removed in time, and every corner here is kept spotless, leaving no opportunity for pests and diseases.
There are also various physical control methods. The insect-proof net is like a huge protective net, ruthlessly keeping pests out; the yellow and blue boards are like sweet traps, attracting pests such as aphids, whiteflies and thrips to fall into the trap; and the insect-killing lamp shines mysteriously at night, trapping and killing adult pests, so that the number of pests is greatly reduced without knowing it.
Biological control is the magic in this green war. Releasing natural enemy insects, such as predatory mites against spider mites and trichogrammatids against cucumber borers, is like summoning a group of brave knights to protect cucumbers. At the same time, the use of biological pesticides has also added a green force to this war. While eliminating pests and diseases, they do not harm the environment and the cucumbers themselves.
In Russia’s glass greenhouses, cucumber cultivation is not only an agricultural production activity, but also an art that integrates science, technology and environmental protection concepts. Each cucumber carries the grower’s hard work and persistent pursuit of quality. With the toughness of the cold land and the care of the greenhouse, they enter thousands of households in Russia, become delicious dishes on people’s tables, and bring people the freshness and health of nature.
Post time: Nov-13-2024