Grow tasty strawberries in pots in a small space garden with this simple growing guide.
Why grow strawberries in pots?
Strawberries are relatively small plants with short root systems, which makes them appropriate for growing in containers.
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The important thing is that you choose a container that has plenty of drainage holes.
If youre working with a small growing space, you may also want to considergrowing strawberries vertically.
All you better do is pick the strawberry pop in that sounds appealing to you.
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Next, locate your strawberry crowns.
this is the section of the plant where the roots and stems meet.
Dont cover the crowns up though.
Although this isnt strictly necessary, it will keep your berries cleaner and reduce yourstrawberry plants watering needs.
You should begin to see new growth and leaves develop in the next few days to weeks.
Watering once or twice a week is usually all these plants need.
Fertilizer
Strawberries will produce more fruit and grow more vigorously with regularapplications of a quality fertilizer.
Instead, snip off berries with a pair of scissors.
Thenstore your strawberries carefullyand use them as soon as you might for optimal flavor.
Plant seeds indoors in early spring, just like you would plant wildflower seeds.
Additionally, plants will grow more berries if theyre kept in bright sun.
