Strawberry

Plant family

Rose family (Rosaceae)

Season Overview

Details

Light requirement

Sunny

Water requirement

Moist

Soil

Medium (loamy)

Nutrient requirement

High

Light germinator

Germination temperature

18 - 22 °C (Degrees Celsius)

Plant distance

20 cm

Row spacing

30 cm

Seeding depth

0.2 cm

Instructions

End of March

Fertilizing

Every two Weeks

Beginning of April

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).

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.