Strawberry Management Methods in February

In February, with the increase in light and the rise in temperature, strawberry growth accelerates and the fruit ripens faster. At this time, daily management needs to be more meticulous, with ripe fruits picked in time and water and nutrients replenished to ensure healthy growth of strawberries and achieve high yields. Let’s learn how to manage strawberries in February.

1. Cold and heat preservation

Pay attention to the time of putting down the straw thatch and adjust it according to the outside temperature. When the greenhouse temperature drops to 12℃, start putting up the thatch and try to extend the lighting time. In case of continuous cloudy and snowy weather, reduce the ventilation time, cover the greenhouse with thatch early to avoid the temperature in the greenhouse being too low. Coal fire is prohibited for heating in the greenhouse to prevent harmful gases. On rainy and snowy days, clear the snow on the greenhouse film and straw thatch in time to ensure the insulation effect.

2. Fertilizer and water management

Fertilizer and water management are essential in conjunction with the critical period of strawberry growth and flowering and fruiting of side flower buds. If there is insufficient fertilizer and water at this time, it will easily lead to premature aging of the plants and affect the total yield. According to the soil moisture and plant growth conditions, apply fertilizer and water appropriately to ensure the supply of nutrients needed for strawberry growth.

3. Temperature and humidity adjustment

The temperature is controlled at 20℃-25℃ during the day and 6℃-8℃ at night. The humidity is controlled at 60%-70%. After watering, increase ventilation and dehumidification, and ventilate for a short time for 2-3 minutes (the air outlet should not be too large) to reduce indoor humidity. Clean the greenhouse film frequently, increase light transmittance, adjust temperature and humidity, and create a good environment for strawberry growth.

4. Plant management and disease prevention

Remove old leaves, diseased leaves and remaining fruit stalks in time to ensure that the strawberries are ventilated and light-permeable. Spray foliar fertilizer appropriately to regulate the growth and development balance of the plant.

Focus on preventing and controlling strawberry powdery mildew and gray mold, especially in low temperature and low sunshine weather, when gray mold is more severe. Check the gray mold situation every day and remove diseased fruits in time if found.

In mid-to-late February, the temperature rises and the humidity in the greenhouse decreases, making it easy for pests such as aphids, thrips, and red spiders to occur. Check the plants regularly, especially the front bottom corners, and use pesticides to control pests and diseases if found.

In summary, the above management measures can effectively ensure the healthy growth of strawberries and improve the fruit quality and yield. Everyone is welcome to continue to add to your content.