Description
1 packet contains Strawberry - 30 Seeds. The fruit is widely appreciated for its characteristic aroma, bright red color, juicy texture, and sweetness.
They are one of the most productive plants when what is produced from the weight of the plant is considered. The leaves are compound, typically with three leaflets, and usually hairy. The flowers, generally white, rarely reddish, are borne in small clusters on slender stalks.
Botanically, the bright colored strawberry fruit is considered an accessory fruit and is not a true berry. Strawberries begin to ripen four to five weeks after the first flowers open and continue to ripen for about three weeks. Propagation is possible by runneSeeds Specifications
| Seeds per Packet | 30 |
| Common Name | Strawberry, garden strawberry |
| Height | Up to 12 inches |
| Flower Colour | White |
| Bloom Time | Late summer and early fall |
| Difficulty Level | Medium |
Planting and care
- Clear away dead foliage as this can be susceptible to pests and diseases over winter
- Strawberry plants need to be left outside for the autumn and winter as they require a chill period to initiate flowering
- Feed your plants with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks until flowering begins, at which point you should switch to a high-potash liquid fertilizer for the best fruiting
- Nitrogen fertilizer is needed at the beginning of every planting year
Strawberry care
- Strawberries are best planted in the spring or autumn
- Sow seeds thinly in March or April in a fine soil-less mix
- Simply press the seeds into a moist medium in the starter trays
- Keep moist until plants emerge in 2-3 weeks
| Sunlight | Full sun. It can tolerate partial sun for some time. |
| Watering | Moderate |
| Soil | Fertile, free-draining soil |
| Temperature | 14 to 26 degrees C |
| Fertilizer | Organic matter such as compost or well-rotted manure |
| Harvest Season | October to November and April to May |
Strawberry special feature
Fruits
Strawberry uses
Medicinal Use:
- It contains high anti-oxidant content
Culinary Use:
- Juices, Jams and jellies