Chantal F1 is an excellent pickling cucumber. It produces primarily female flowers and is free of bitter compounds. It is highly resistant to mildew, downy mildew, and viruses.
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Cucumis sativus (Gherkin) Chantal F1 is a modern F1 hybrid specially developed for growers who want to grow an early-maturing, compact, and reliable gherkin. This variety is known for its uniform, firm, and crunchy fruits, ideal for fresh consumption, pickling, or commercial cultivation.
Chantal F1 fruits are small, green, and cylindrical, 8–12 cm long. They have a crunchy texture and a mild, fresh flavor without bitterness, making them perfect for pickling, salads, and as a healthy snack.
Gherkin Chantal F1 develops compact, strong plants that are easy to manage. This makes the variety suitable for greenhouse cultivation, tunnels, and open ground, as well as for smaller vegetable gardens or potted plants.
The plants are early-maturing: the first gherkins can be harvested shortly after planting. Thanks to consistent and efficient fruit set, Chantal F1 delivers a high yield throughout the growing season. Its compact growth allows for planting multiple plants close together without sacrificing productivity.
Chantal F1 berries have a fresh, mild flavor and a crunchy texture. The small, soft seeds provide a pleasant texture, making them suitable for a variety of uses:
Fresh consumption and salads
Preserving and pickles
Healthy snacks and appetizers
Commercial sale as market-fresh gherkin
Their uniform size and consistent quality also make Chantal F1 gherkins popular with growers who want to sell their harvest directly or process it into pickled products.
Chantal F1 is a robust F1 hybrid with improved resistance to common cucumber and gherkin diseases such as:
Powdery mildew
Downy mildew
Cucumber viruses
These characteristics ensure healthy, productive plants that respond well to heat and regular watering. This ensures stable yields, even under changing weather conditions.
To get the most out of Cucumis sativus Chantal F1, follow some guidelines:
Sowing: Sow indoors from April; plant out outdoors when the soil temperature is above 15°C.
Location: Warm, sunny spot in a greenhouse, tunnel or open ground
Soil: Humus-rich, airy and well-drained soil
Water: Water regularly and evenly, preferably at the base of the plant.
Support: Train the vines along ropes or nets for cleaner fruits
Harvesting: Pick regularly at 8–12 cm length for optimal taste and texture
Cucumis sativus (Gherkin) Chantal F1 is a compact, early-maturing, and productive gherkin that's perfect for home gardeners, small commercial growers, and organic gardens. With strong plants, uniform fruits, and excellent flavor, Chantal F1 is ideal for fresh consumption, canning, and market sales. This variety combines modern F1 technology with ease of use and premium quality, making it a reliable choice for every gherkin enthusiast.
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