Abstract: Strawberries are one of the most popular fruits in summer, and their delicious taste and nutritional value are popular among people. Strawberry seedlings are the first step in growing strawberries. Many people think that strawberry seedlings can be harvested multiple times, but in fact strawberry seedlings are crops every year, and planting strawberry seedlings requires a certain amount of...
Strawberries are one of the most popular fruits in summer, and their delicious taste and nutritional value are popular among people. Strawberry seedlings are the first step in growing strawberries. Many people think that strawberry seedlings can be harvested multiple times, but in fact strawberry seedlings are crops every year, and planting strawberry seedlings requires certain skills and experience. This article will introduce the growth characteristics and planting techniques of strawberry seedlings to help you better grow strawberries.
1. Growth cycle of strawberry seedlings The growth cycle of strawberry seedlings is one year. They are usually planted in spring or autumn, and the flowering period is generally from May to June.
2. To select high-quality strawberry seedlings, you must choose healthy strawberry seedlings that are free of pests and diseases, and pay attention to observe whether the seedlings are yellowing and deformed.
3. Soil requirements
Strawberries like to grow in acidic, well-draining soil, with the best soil pH between 5.5 and 6.5.
4. Fertilization Tips Strawberries like soil rich in organic matter, so they need to apply organic fertilizer appropriately, but not excessively.
5. Watering Tips Strawberries need to be kept moderately moist, but too much watering will cause roots to rot, so pay attention to controlling the amount of watering.
6. Suitable temperature Strawberries like a warm and humid climate, and the suitable growth temperature is 18 ℃-25 ℃.
7. To avoid pests and diseases, strawberries are susceptible to pests and diseases such as gray mold and red spider, and pay attention to taking timely prevention and control measures.
8. Strawberry fruit Picking Strawberry fruits should be picked promptly after they mature and should not be over-stored, otherwise its quality and taste will be affected.
9. Spring planting Spring is the most suitable time for planting strawberry seedlings, and is usually planted from March to April.
10. Autumn planting Autumn is also a suitable time for planting strawberry seedlings, and is usually planted in October.
11. The distance between plants and strawberry seedlings should be appropriate, generally between 30 - 40 cm.
12. Watering time Strawberry seedlings are best watered in the morning or evening, not in the hot sun.
13. Fertilization time The best time to fertilize strawberry seedlings is in spring and autumn, and no more than 3 times a year.
14. Pest and pest control Strawberry seedlings are vulnerable to pests and diseases such as gray mold and red spider, so attention should be paid to taking timely prevention and control measures.
15. Harvest time Strawberry seedlings generally bloom and blossom in May and June. The fruits should be picked in time after they mature, otherwise their quality and taste will be affected.
Planting strawberry seedlings requires mastering some skills, such as selecting high-quality seedlings, fertilizing, watering, controlling pests and diseases, etc. Only by doing these work well can strawberry seedlings grow healthily and get fruitful fruits. I hope this article will help you grow strawberry seedlings.