Strawberries are not only a favorite berry, but also a culture that requires careful care. Without proper strawberry fertilization, it will be difficult to get delicious and large berries.
Strawberry fertilization in the spring
In the early spring, the strawberries wake up after winter, so they need nutrients for active growth and roots. Nitrogen fertilizers, which promote rapid green mass growth, are best suited for this. Such fertilizers are:
- Ammonium nitrate or urea – classic nitrogen complexes for spring fertilization.
- Cow manure (1:10) or bird manure (1:20) infusion – natural organic variants that provide strawberries with all the necessary elements.
- Complex mineral fertilizers with nitrogen, and trace elements.
After fertilization, be sure to water the bed so that the fertilizers are better absorbed and not damaged.
Strawberry fertilization during flowering
During flowering, strawberries need potassium and phosphorus, which promote the formation of buds and knitting. You can currently use the following fertilizers:
- Ash infusion (100 g of ash 10 l of water) is a source of potassium that improves berry formation.
- Superphosphate – Promotes abundant flowering and improves knitting quality.
- Boric acid (1 g of water) – prevents buds from falling and promotes flowering.
Regular fertilization during this period will allow more berries that will be large and juicy.
How to make berries sweeter
Equally important is fertilization that increases the sugar sugar and make them more fragrant. The following fertilizers are used for this:
- Wood ash – improves taste and makes berries richer.
- Iodine solution (5 drops of 10 l of water) – helps to increase sugar.
- Fertilizer with magnesium – strengthens photosynthesis, which affects the taste of the berries.
The inclusion of these components in basic care will do your harvest not only abundant but also very delicious.
Strawberry fertilization in the fall
Strawberries are a perennial culture, so they need to be prepared for wintering in the fall. During this period it is important to fertilize the land with organic and mineral measures that will ensure the strength of the root system. The best autumn fertilization options:
- Manure or compost – long -term organic fertilizer.
- Potassium fertilizer – helps the plant better carry cold.
- Phosphorus complexes – strengthens the roots before winter.
These fertilizers are worth inserting in September while the leaves are still green, as well as in October before the final freezing.
Proper insertion of fertilizer
Proper insertion must be followed for the strawberries to develop well. Basic rules:
- Pour ash or manure into the hole before planting.
- Fertilize with nitrogen in the spring, but do not exceed the norm.
- In the summer, focus on potassium and phosphorus.
- In the autumn, do an accent in organic and mineral fertilizers for wintering.
Improper fertilization can damage the plant, so always follow the instructions for each type of fertilizer.
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