Strawberry
Fragaria × ananassa
Everyone's favorite garden fruit. Strawberries are rewarding to grow, produce abundantly, and taste incredible fresh from the plant.
easy
Full Sun (6-8 hours)
Regular — keep soil moist, not soggy
60-90 days from planting
How to Grow
Plant crowns or runners in fertile, well-drained soil. Space 30cm apart with the crown at soil level. Mulch with straw to keep fruit clean and retain moisture. Remove runners in the first year to strengthen the mother plant. Protect from birds with netting.
Growth Phases
Establishment (2-3 weeks)
Roots develop and first leaves appear
Vegetative (3-4 weeks)
Plant grows leaves and sends out runners
Flowering (1-2 weeks)
White flowers with yellow centers bloom
Fruiting (3-4 weeks)
Green berries form and ripen to red
Harvest (2-4 weeks)
Pick when fully red and fragrant
Care Tips
- •Remove flowers in year one for stronger plants in year two
- •Straw mulch keeps berries clean and prevents rot
- •Net plants to protect from birds
- •Replace plants every 3-4 years
Companion Plants
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