Darina F1 is a hybrid cucumber listed as a Monsanto variety. It is popular in Nigerian markets for its dark green, cylindrical fruits and thick fruit wall, which keeps fruit fresh longer. Plants carry mostly female flowers, so they set fruit well. They tolerate cucumber mosaic virus, vein yellowing virus, scab and powdery mildew. Harvest can start at about 40 days, and it grows in both wet and dry seasons with irrigation.
Product details
- Crop: Cucumber
- Variety: Darina F1
- Type: Hybrid F1, mostly female flowers
- Maturity: First harvest from about 40 days
- Pack size: 10 g
- Best for: Well-drained loam or sandy soil, pH 6-6.8; rainy or irrigated dry season
How to plant
- Plough to break any hardpan and mix in farm manure or compost.
- Sow about 1 cm deep. A spacing of 90 cm between rows and 45 cm between plants is suggested.
- About 10,000 seeds are used per acre at this spacing.
- Water well at planting; dry soil gives poor germination.
Care after planting
- Stake with posts and wire or strings. Train each plant to 1 to 3 main stems.
- Apply DAP at planting and top-dress with CAN at weeks 3 to 4.
- Give NPK at flowering, plus a high calcium and potassium feed while fruiting.
- Pick fruits regularly when they reach market size.
Frequently asked questions
Can I plant Darina F1 in the dry season?
Yes, if you can irrigate. It grows in both rainy and dry seasons in Nigeria.
Does Darina F1 need bees for pollination?
It carries mostly female flowers and sets fruit well. Good bee activity still helps keep fruit shape even.
How many seeds do I need for one acre?
About 10,000 seeds per acre at 90 cm x 45 cm spacing. Check the seed count on your pack.
Why do buyers prefer Darina F1 fruits?
The dark green colour and thick wall look good on the market and stay fresh for about a week if well kept.
Delivery
We deliver across Nigeria. Orders within Oyo State of ₦200,000 and above ship free, or you can pick up from our store. Need advice on the right product or quantity? WhatsApp us on 0810 845 2311.
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