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Hercules F1

Highly suitable to tropical summer and rainy season, highly productive. Green long fruits, 40-45 cm long, wt. 200-250g. Tolerant to Downy mildew.

Hercules F1

Highly suitable to tropical summer and rainy season, highly productive. Green long fruits, 40-45 cm long, wt. 200-250g. Tolerant to Downy mildew.

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February-August Except May-Mid June

Hybrid

10-12

Hercules F1 is a high-yielding hybrid vegetable variety. Depending on the seed brand, it is marketed either as a Ridge Gourd (commonly by Lal Teer) or a Cucumber (by some international brands). In both cases, it is well adapted to tropical climates.

Hercules F1 has vigorous plant growth with strong vines and good leaf cover. It produces long, uniform green fruits measuring around 40?45 cm with an average weight of 200?250 grams, ensuring excellent market appearance.

Yes, Hercules F1 is tolerant to Downy Mildew, a common disease in humid and rainy conditions. Some versions also show resistance to Gemini Virus, Pepper Mosaic Virus, and Potato Virus Y, depending on the seed source.

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