Masha F₁ 

The earliest pickling cucumber hybrid available. A parthenocarpic variety; not dependent on insect activity. With adequate nutrition, forms 6-7 fruits at each node. Non-bitter fruits show very early and even maturing. Suitable for fresh market and processing. Resistant to Cucumber mosaic virus, Cladosporium and Powdery mildew, intermediately resistant to Downy mildew. Recommended for upstrings and bush culture in plastic film greenhouses and in the open field. Growing technology.