Tokyo F1 is a hybrid slicing cucumber from Technisem, sold here in a 50 g pack for commercial growers. The plant is vigorous with short internodes and sets fruit well on the main stem and side shoots. Fruits are straight, cylindrical, dark green and 18-20 cm long, with few spines. It has resistance to downy mildew and powdery mildew, two common cucumber diseases in Nigeria. It suits open fields and greenhouses.
Product details
- Crop: Cucumber
- Variety: Tokyo F1
- Type: Hybrid F1, slicing cucumber
- Maturity: 50-55 days from transplanting to harvest
- Fruit: Straight, cylindrical, dark green, 18-20 cm, few spines
- Resistance: Downy mildew, powdery mildew
- Pack size: 50 g
- Brand: Technisem
How to plant
- Choose sandy loam or sandy soil that drains well. Clear the land and make ridges or beds.
- Sow 1-2 seeds per hole about 1-2 cm deep, or raise seedlings in trays and transplant at 2-3 true leaves.
- A common spacing is 90 cm between rows and 45 cm between plants when staked.
- Plant early in the rainy season, or all year with irrigation.
Care after planting
- Water often; cucumbers need steady moisture, especially at flowering.
- Stake or trellis the vines to keep fruits straight and clean.
- Feed with a balanced fertilizer at planting and top-dress at flowering.
- Pick fruits every 2-3 days once they reach 18-20 cm so the plant keeps bearing.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Tokyo F1 take to harvest?
Harvest usually starts 50-55 days after transplanting.
Is 50 g of Tokyo F1 enough for a big farm?
A 50 g pack holds many seeds and is sized for commercial planting. Count your plant stands per plot before planting to plan how many packs you need.
Does Tokyo F1 resist mildew?
Yes. It has resistance to downy mildew and powdery mildew. Good spacing and staking still help reduce disease.
Can I grow Tokyo F1 in a greenhouse?
Yes. It suits both indoor (greenhouse) and outdoor growing.
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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