Position: Plant your strawberries in a full sun position in a garden bed that has been prepared with matured animal manure and compost.
Alternatively, use a strawberry pot, container or hanging basket that is at least 30cm in diameter and that has good drainage. If planting in pots use a fresh supply of an Australian Standards potting mix for best results.
Height/Spacing: Strawberry plants generally grow 25-30cm in height and perform best if spaced 35-40cm apart.
Fertilising: Apply Potassium (K) rich fertiliser to encourage flowering and fruiting.
Watering: Strawberries like moist soil. Mulching with straw will prevent soil from drying out, suppress weeds, protect the fruit from damage, and to reduce the potential for fungal diseases to spread.
Harvesting: Expect fruit to be ready to pick 14-18 weeks after planting your seedlings. Remove or thin out runners for bigger fruit and a greater yield. Replace plants every three years to ensure a top quality harvest and good sized fruit.
Enjoy!: More versatile than you might think, strawberries may be used in desserts, jams, salads, or of course, eaten straight off the vine!
