How to manage strawberries in summer

1. Timely shading

The temperature in summer is relatively high and the intensity of sunlight is relatively strong, so strawberries should not be exposed to the scorching sun. For strawberries grown outdoors, it is necessary to build a shade net in time and keep the density at around 50% to prevent strong light from damaging the strawberries. Small seedlings grown in indoor pots can be placed in bright, diffused light, away from direct sunlight.

2. Reasonable water application

Water evaporates quickly in summer, and the roots are relatively shallow, making it difficult to absorb water underneath, so watering is necessary in a timely and frequent manner. You can water once in the morning and once in the evening. This can lower the temperature of the soil and ensure the strawberries' water needs, but the amount of water at one time should not be too much.

3. Timely topdressing

According to the growth of strawberry seedlings, apply compound fertilizer with more phosphorus and potassium and less nitrogen, so as to meet the growth needs of strawberry seedlings. Pay attention to the concentration of the fertilizer and control the amount of nitrogen fertilizer to avoid excessive growth that affects the differentiation of flower buds.

4. Disease prevention and control

In the high temperature season of summer, some diseases are often induced, such as leaf spot, anthracnose, root rot, etc., so regular spraying of fungicides can effectively prevent the occurrence of diseases.