When is the best time to plant strawberries?

Strawberry planting time

If you are planting strawberries in an open-air environment, you can sow them in March or April in spring, so that they will be almost mature around June in summer. If you are planting strawberries in a greenhouse, you can sow them in September in autumn, and they can be picked in March of the following spring.

Strawberry growth cycle

The growth process of strawberry is mainly divided into five stages. The first stage is the beginning of the growth period, the second stage is the flowering and fruiting period, the third stage is the vigorous growth period, the fourth stage is the flower bud differentiation period, and the fifth stage is the dormant period. When the temperature is relatively low, the strawberry will enter dormancy, but the dormancy speed can be artificially accelerated to end this period early.

Methods and steps for growing strawberries

1. Germination

The first step in planting strawberries is germination. The seeds can be stored at room temperature for about 2 years, but in order to increase the germination rate, the seeds can be soaked in water for about a day before sowing, and then placed in a low temperature environment for about half a month, the germination rate will be relatively high.

2. Planting

Before sowing strawberries, put the prepared soil in a pot and pour plenty of water on it. Let it absorb for about an hour before sowing. Strawberry seeds are small, so you must be careful when sowing. Sprinkle the seeds evenly on the surface of the soil, spray water appropriately, and wait for germination.