Kakri Seeds (2gm)

🌿 Kakri TAR Variety Seeds (Cucumis sativus var. Kakri)

Description:
The Kakri TAR variety is a premium cucumber type known for its slender, elongated, and light-green fruits with tender flesh and a mild, refreshing taste. Widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions, this variety is valued for its high yield, uniform fruit size, and excellent market quality. Kakri is especially popular in India and South Asia, where it is consumed fresh in salads, raita, and as a cooling vegetable during the hot summer months.

Plant Characteristics:

• Type: Annual climbing vine

• Family: Cucurbitaceae

• Vine Habit: Vigorous creeper with tendrils and large, lobed leaves

• Fruit Shape: Cylindrical, slender, and smooth-skinned

• Fruit Color: Light green when young; slightly darker at full maturity

• Flavor: Crisp, juicy, mild, and refreshing

Growing Information:

• Sowing Season: February–April and July–August (summer and rainy season)

• Sowing Depth: 1–2 cm in well-prepared soil or seed trays

• Germination Time: 7–10 days

• Spacing: 50–60 cm between plants and 90–120 cm between rows

• Sunlight: Full sun (6–8 hours daily)

• Soil: Well-drained, fertile loamy soil rich in organic matter (pH 6.0–7.5)

• Watering: Regular and consistent to promote even growth and prevent bitterness

Cultivation Tips:

• Provide trellis or support for climbing vines to improve fruit quality and reduce pest issues.

• Apply compost or organic fertilizer before sowing for vigorous growth.

• Mulch around the plants to retain moisture and control weeds.

• Regular harvesting of young fruits encourages continuous production.

Harvest:
Fruits are ready for harvest 45–55 days after sowing, depending on climate and growing conditions. Harvest when fruits are tender and light green for best taste. Over-mature fruits may become bitter and less palatable.

Uses:

• Culinary: Fresh salads, raita, pickles, and vegetable dishes.

• Nutritional: Low in calories, high in water content, and a good source of vitamins and minerals.

• Market Value: High demand in local and regional markets due to its tender flesh and appealing appearance.

Nutritional Value:
Kakri is hydrating, rich in vitamins C and K, and contains antioxidants that support skin health, digestion, and overall wellness. Its crisp texture and mild flavor make it a refreshing summer vegetable.