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August 5, 2024
10 Tips for Successfully Growing Strawberry for Commercial Purposes.
- Choose the right variety: Pick a variety that is well-suited to your local climate and soil type.
- Site selection: Choose a site with good drainage, full sun, and a pH between 5.5 and 6.5.
- Soil preparation: Work compost or well-rotted manure into the soil before planting to provide nutrients.
- Proper planting: Plant strawberries in the spring, spacing them 18-24 inches apart in rows.
- Watering: Water regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
- Mulching: Cover the soil with a layer of straw, wood chips, or other mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.
- Fertilizing: Fertilize with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in the spring and summer to promote healthy growth.
- Proper pruning: Remove runners and dead leaves to encourage plant growth and reduce disease.
- Pest control: Keep an eye out for pests such as slugs and aphids and take appropriate action to control them.
- Harvesting: Harvest strawberries when they are fully ripe, as they do not continue to ripen once picked.