How much is a pound of strawberries

1. Basic Introduction

Strawberries are rich in nutritional value and are known as the "Queen of Fruits". It is rich in various nutrients such as vitamin C, vitamin A, vitamin E, vitamin PP, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, carotene, tannic acid, aspartic acid, copper, strawberry amine, pectin, cellulose, folic acid, iron, calcium, ellagic acid and anthocyanins. It has many functions and effects, such as protecting eyesight, helping digestion and preventing constipation.

2. Appearance characteristics

Strawberry is a perennial herb with a plant height of about 10-40cm. Stems lower than leaves or nearly equal. The flowers are in cymes of 5-15 flowers, with short-stalked leaflets in the inflorescence and white color. The fruit is a large aggregate fruit, up to 3 cm in diameter, bright red in color, with pointed oval achenes, and matures in June-July.

3. Growth habits

Strawberries prefer a cool climate and grow best in fertile, loose, neutral or slightly acidic soil. The suitable growth temperature is between 15-22 degrees. It is a light-loving plant and has strong shade tolerance. However, when the temperature is above 30℃ and the light is strong, shading measures need to be taken. It has a shallow root system, large transpiration, and high water demand.

4. How much does it cost?

Strawberries are considered to be relatively expensive among fruits. Generally speaking, a pound of strawberries costs about 20-40 yuan. However, its market price varies greatly depending on its origin, variety and time of launch. For example, during the peak season when strawberries are on the market, a pound may only cost a dozen yuan. There are also some deviations in the prices of strawberries in different regions. For example, in Changsha, Hunan, the market price of a pound of strawberries is about 25-28 yuan, the average price in Wuhan, Hubei is 25 yuan per pound, and the price of strawberries in Shaoyang, Hunan is 30 yuan per pound. Therefore, its price may vary depending on factors such as local market conditions or variety.