A Detailed Guide to Open-Field Strawberry Planting Methods and Key Techniques

It is best to plant in loose soil with high organic matter content that is slightly acidic. Before planting, weeds must be cleared and plenty of fertilizer applied. After the strawberry seedlings are planted, irrigate promptly to replenish moisture. When most of the strawberry flower buds have formed, apply a quick-acting fertilizer as a top dressing, and promptly remove excess and withered leaves.

1. Plot Selection

Strawberries have low tolerance to both drought and waterlogging, so they should be planted in relatively high-lying areas and in somewhat acidic soil, ensuring the soil pH is between 6.0 and 7.0. When planting strawberries, weeds must be cleared in advance and plenty of fertilizer applied.

2. Seedling Planting

When selecting seedlings, make sure they are of suitable size, come from a good growing environment, and are free of pests and diseases. When digging up the seedlings, carry a suitable amount of soil with them and plant them promptly; control the planting time well and irrigate promptly to prevent the strawberry seedlings from dying of drought.

3. Field Management

Before winter arrives, ensure sufficient fertilization to meet the needs of winter strawberry growing and prevent reduced yields caused by a lack of nutrients. When most of the strawberry flower buds have formed, apply a quick-acting fertilizer as a top dressing to promote the strawberries' absorption of nutrients. During the strawberries' growth, promptly remove excess and withered leaves.