The strawberry (Fragaria ananassa) originated in Europe in the 18th century. It is a hybrid of two wild strawberry species from North America and Chile. Strawberries are bright red, juicy, and sweet.
They’re an excellent source of vitamin C and manganese and also contain decent amounts of folate (vitamin B9) and potassium.
Strawberries are very rich in antioxidants and plant compounds, which may have benefits for heart health and blood sugar control.
Usually consumed raw and fresh, these berries can also be used in a variety of jams, jellies, and desserts.
The good news is that strawberries are relatively easy to grow if you keep them in a location that gets full sun.
Get the right pH balance
Your strawberry plant needs the right soil to grow big and produce juicy fruits. To do this, your pH should be between 5.5 and 7.
Allow for the right amount of sunlight
Plant the strawberry in a place where there is direct contact with the sun all day long.
Make sure the area has drainage
Plant your strawberries in a place where the soil can drain well. One of the best alternatives to this is to use raised beds.
Give your plants room to grow
It is important to know that strawberries need sufficient space for cultivation. Well, that means you have to leave enough separation between them.
Don’t plant your strawberries in the same spot every year
The key to success in growing strawberries is that you do not have to plant them in the same place every year. So it would be good to find another suitable place where you can grow strawberries next year.
If you want the best strawberry plant, don’t grow fruit the first year
Patience is everything when it comes to strawberry plant. Just pick off the blossoms the first year and wait patiently.