Strawberries
Fragaria × ananassa
History
Strawberries that are grown today are a modern varitant that was bred in France. it was made by crossing a North america varient with a chilean varient. Before the modern straw berry they were used to make breads by native americas
Growing conditions
Sunlight
Needs atleast 8 hours of direct sunlight
Temperature Range
50F-75F
Soil Conditions
Sandy Loam soil.
Water
1 to 2 inches of water per week.
Water the plants regularly keeping soil moist not soggy.
Nutrients
10-10-5 for vegitation
5-10-10 for flowering
pH
5.5-6.5
Plant care
Sowing Seeds
Start seeds indoor, sprinkle the seeds and gently press them in.
Germination
germination can take 1 or 2 months depending on the variety. keep soil moist during this time.
Pruning
Remove any dead leaves from the plant. Remove any leaves that are touching the soil.
Remove unwanted runners to focus energy in desired areas
Harvest
Wait until the strawberry is a uniform color they do not ripen after harvesting
Pinch about a 1/2 inch oif the stem with the berry rather then plucking the berries.
Growing Tips
Some type can with stand as low as 20F. cover with a frost blanket or move indoors if in a container.
Strawberries can last for several yeasrs. Keep the roots warm in winter to maintain a productive harvest.
Garden plotter quick facts
Spacing
10" to 16"
Water needs
Low
Sunlight
Full Sun
Root vegetable that grows best in loose, sandy soil.
