Container:
Trade 1 Gallon Container
When to Plant:
Late winter to spring
Finish:
8-10 weeks
Notes:
Quarts will finish in roughly 6 weeks
Container:
1 Quart (8 Count)
When to Plant:
Early to late spring
Finish:
1 Quart - 4-6 weeks 1 Gallon - 6-8 weeks
Notes:
2 plants per pot in quarts 3 plants per pot in 1 gallon 5-7 plants per pot in baskets
Grower Tips:
For bare root strawberries, prevent J-rooting by spreading the roots out evenly in the container. Roots may be trimmed lightly to fit the desired container.
Plant 2 PPP in 1 quart containers and 3 PPP in 1 gallon containers when using bare root. Baskets may require 5-7 PPP of either plugs or bare root.
Growing Temperature:
60-65° F
Holding Temperature:
50-60° F
Soil PH:
5.8-6.5
EC (What is EC?):
2.0-3.0 pour through method
Fertility:
Strawberries prefer a high nitrogen fertilizer. Feed at a moderate rate of 100-150 ppm N at each watering.
For Controlled Release or Slow Release Fertilizer, see your preferred supplier for recommended rates for incorporation or top dressing, as it varies by fertilizer.
Vernalization:
Vernalization is beneficial but not required.
If desired provide 6-8 weeks of temperatures below 40 degrees F.
Pests & Diseases:
Aphids, thrips, spider mite, and slugs should be watched for on strawberries.
To help prevent crown and root rots plant at crown level and avoid overwatering.
Potting & Timing:
Plant small plugs in late winter to spring in 1 quart to 1 gallon containers in cool conditions.
Moisture:
Consistent moisture is key to producing a great plant, especially when it begins to set fruit, but avoid overwatering. Irrigate earlier in the day so that foliage will be dry through the night.
Planting Level:
Plant bare root plants with the crown slightly above the soil surface and top roots ¼ inch below. Pl
PGRs/Pinching:
Keep cool to control growth.
Lighting:
Provide high light levels. Everbearing varieties are daylength neutral.