What are the soil requirements for strawberries?

Strawberry is a common fruit . In addition to being eaten fresh, it can also be processed into various strawberry products. Therefore, the market prospects for growing strawberries are very broad. However, when planting strawberries, it is necessary to provide them with suitable growing conditions to effectively ensure high yields. So what are the soil requirements for strawberries? Let’s learn more about it below.

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What are the soil requirements for strawberries?

Strawberries have shallow root systems, and the surface soil has a great impact on their growth. The soil suitable for its cultivation should be fertile, have strong water and fertilizer retention capabilities, and at the same time have good permeability and a loose texture. In terms of soil pH, strawberries can generally grow well when the pH is between 5-7. If the soil pH is greater than 8, the strawberry plants will grow poorly.

Other planting environment requirements for strawberries

1. Temperature

Strawberries prefer a cool climate. The temperature for strawberry root growth is 10-30℃, the suitable temperature is 18-23℃, the suitable temperature for stem and leaf growth is 20-30℃, and the buds will be damaged by frost at -15-10℃. The temperature during flower bud differentiation period must be maintained at 10-23℃, and 20-28℃ during flowering and fruiting period.

2. Lighting

Strawberries are light-loving plants and need plenty of sunlight to maintain vigorous growth. At least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day are needed to promote photosynthesis and sugar accumulation in the fruit. In areas where natural light is insufficient, consider using artificial light to supplement lighting.

3. Moisture

Strawberries need sufficient water to grow, but too much or too little water will affect their growth and fruiting. Therefore, water management is needed during the strawberry growing period. In spring and autumn, when the temperature is suitable and strawberries grow vigorously, the frequency and amount of watering need to be increased appropriately to keep the soil moist. In summer and winter, when the temperature is higher or lower, the frequency and amount of watering need to be reduced appropriately.

4. Nutrients

Strawberries like fertilizer, but the fertilizer requirements of strawberries in different growth stages are different. They usually need phosphorus in the early growth stages, a large amount of nitrogen in the early and middle stages, and potassium throughout the growth period. Sufficient base fertilizer should be applied before planting. You can use farmyard manure, potassium sulfate, urea, etc. Top dressing is required from the beginning of growth to before flowering, and urea and potassium sulfate are usually used for top dressing.

In general, the normal growth and development of strawberries are closely related to environmental conditions. Before planting strawberries, you should fully understand the environmental requirements for strawberry planting, and at the same time use scientific management techniques, so that it will be easier to achieve the goal of high quality and high yield.