Strawberry

Fragaria vesca

Plant family

Rose family (Rosaceae)

Season Overview

Propagating

Planting

Harvest

1ST YEAR

FOLLOWING YEARS

Details

Light requirement

Sunny

Water requirement

Wet

Soil

Light (sandy)

Nutrient requirement

Medium

Light germinator

Seeding distance

20 cm

Row spacing

30 cm

Seeding depth

0Not specified

Instructions

Mid of December

Pest protection

Description

Strawberry is a perennial perennial plant that produces its highest yield in the second and third year of cultivation. There are over 1,000 different varieties, which differ in growth habit as well as fruit shape, color and flavor, and in terms of harvest time (June/September/continuous).

Origin:

North America

Growing tips

To grow strawberries in the garden, you can either plant purchased seedlings or take cuttings from existing plants. These are formed on long shoots, called stolons. Best planting time is July/August, so the plant has enough time to become strong for a good harvest the following year. Propagation by seeds is also possible, they are located on the outside of the so-called gathering nut fruit. During the growth and in dry weather (especially during fruiting) the strawberries need a lot of water. From May you can spread straw as a mulch between the plants, as a protection against moisture and gray mold infestation and against weeds.

Antagonistic Plants

Broccoli

Brussels sprouts

Cabbage (Cabbage)

Cabbage (Savoy cabbage)

Cauliflower

Collard greens (Kale)

Collard greens (Tuscan kale / Dinosaur kale / Palm tree kale)

Jerusalem artichoke / Topinambur

Lovage

Napa cabbage / Chinese cabbage

Pak Choi

Diseases

Black spot of roses

Red spot disease

Grey mold

Pests

Root knot nematodes

Strawberry blossom weevil