Springfield F1 Cucumber Seeds – Long European Type, High Yield, Enza Zaden

Greenhouse cucumber with top uniformity for consistent batch-to-batch sales.

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Cucumber Springfield F1 is a long European hybrid from Enza Zaden (Netherlands) with fruits of 28–32 cm, dark green smooth skin, and fresh flavour with no bitterness. Very high uniformity, stable fruiting, and a broad resistance package make it a reliable choice for intensive greenhouse production in spring, autumn, and winter. Available at theseeds.shop.

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Fruit Appearance

Springfield F1 produces fruits 28–32 cm in length with a dark green colour and a smooth, defect-free surface. Uniformity is very high – fruits are consistent in length, shape, and colour within each harvest. Flavour is fresh and juicy with no bitterness, characteristic of the European cucumber type. The attractive appearance and consistent quality make these fruits highly suitable for fresh market sales and direct retail without additional sorting or processing.

Plant and Yield

Springfield F1 is a high-yielding hybrid with an open habit and compact growth, making crop management, canopy work, and harvesting easier. The plant delivers stable and continuous fruiting throughout the entire production cycle – in spring, autumn, and winter greenhouse production. It is well suited to intensive growing systems and professional producers who require consistent quality and reliable commercial yields. Find it at theseeds.shop alongside the full Enza Zaden cucumber range.

Resistances (HR / IR)

  • Ccu – Cucumber scab
  • Px – Powdery mildew
  • CMV – Cucumber mosaic virus
  • CYVV – Cucumber yellow vein virus
Characteristics
Тип Дългоплоден холандски
Вегетация (дни) Varies
Размер 28–32 см, Тъмнозелен
Отглеждане Оранжерии
Тип Растение Отворен хабитус, Компактен растеж
Устойчивости Ccu, Px, CMV, CYVV
Eating quality Свеж, Сочен, Без горчивина
Плодове Изравнени
Предназначение Свеж пазар
Кожица Гладка, Атрактивна
Период на производство Пролет, Есен, Зима
Селекция / марка Enza Zaden / Нидерландия

What is the recommended plant density, spacing, and seeding rate?

For greenhouse salad cucumbers, standard plant density is 2,200–2,300 plants/dka. Recommended spacing is 100–120 cm between rows and 40–45 cm within the row. The seeding rate is 0.15 kg/dka at 30–35 seeds/g, with transplants raised at approximately 75 g per cell. Sowing depth is 1–2 cm during transplant production.

What temperature is needed for cucumber seed germination?

The minimum germination temperature for cucumbers is 12.1°C and the optimal is 25°C. Below 15°C germination slows considerably and the risk of seed rot increases. Transplant production should be carried out at temperatures close to the optimum for fast, uniform germination.

Which seasons is Springfield F1 suited to and how is it managed in a greenhouse?

The hybrid is suited to spring, autumn, and winter greenhouse production. The open habit and compact growth simplify maintenance, ventilation, and harvesting. In winter production, adequate lighting and maintaining temperatures above the minimum germination threshold are important. Stable fruiting throughout the cycle allows regular and predictable market deliveries to be planned.

What are the main risks when growing this hybrid?

The main risks in greenhouse cucumber production are powdery mildew, cucumber mosaic virus, and vein yellowing virus. Springfield F1 carries high resistance to these pathogens (Px, CMV, CYVV, Ccu), significantly reducing crop losses under intensive production. Good ventilation, humidity control, and greenhouse hygiene are still recommended to minimise additional disease pressure.

Why choose Springfield F1 – what problem does it solve?

Springfield F1 solves two key grower challenges simultaneously: quality consistency and yield stability in intensive greenhouse production. Very high fruit uniformity reduces rejects and simplifies sales, while the broad resistance package lowers crop protection costs. It is the right choice for growers supplying retail chains, wholesale buyers, or any market that demands consistent quality batch after batch.