Planting
When do strawberry farmers begin preparing their land to plant strawberries?
They begin preparing in late August.
How are strawberries harvested?
Strawberries are picked by hand.
How often are leaf samples collected to test the amount of fertilizer used?
Leaf samples are collected once or twice a week because the amount of fertilizer can completely change the taste of the strawberries.
What ways can strawberries be eaten?
They can be cooked, frozen, or fresh.
When growing in a garden are strawberries treated as annuals or perennials?
They are treated as perennials. All of the buds have to be picked the first year before they grow a decent fruit.
Are strawberries annuals or perennials? Why is this important when planting them?
Strawberries are perennials. But most farmers treat them as annuals, planting new crops every year. This is important because they come with more maintenance of cleaning up old strawberry plants.
How many people are needed to keep 1,000,000 strawberry plants harvested?
65-70 people are needed.
How are strawberries normally fertilized?
They are normally fertilized through the drip irrigation that is used to water them.
What qualities can strawberries add to a dish?
They can add looks with their bright colors. They also add a great flavor to a dish that may not have a ton of flavor.
What is usually used for proper drainage?
Raised beds are used often for proper drainage.
How are strawberries planted?
Strawberries are planted by hand most of the time behind a tractor.
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When are strawberries picked?
Strawberries are picked in April to mid-June.
What do they do to the fields in August when they are preparing them?
They plow them and add the correct amount of fertilizer that the field needs.
What are strawberries a good source of?
They are good sources of Vitamin C, fiber, and potassium.
What is the proper pH level for strawberries?
The proper pH level is 6-7. They also should be in full sun.
About how many strawberries are planted per acre?
15,000-20,000 strawberries.
When do the strawberry plants begin blooming?
They begin blooming normally in March.
When are strawberries planted?
After the field is prepared. Normally two weeks after the black plastic mulch is laid.
What effect can strawberries have on the skin?
They add a glowing effect and a youthful look when used in facial care.
What should be placed over crops during a harsh winter?
Mulch should be placed over the plants to protect them.
How are the rows laid out? What is placed on top of them?
The rows are placed into plateau mound rows. Black plastic covers the rows with drip tape irrigation. The plastic and drip tape is placed with special equipment behind a tractor called a plastic mulch layer.
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How often should they be picked when they are ripened?
They should be picked daily on large farms to keep them harvested.
How are plants kept safe in the winter months?
In the winter they are covered to protect them from freezing temperatures and harsh winds.
What can strawberries do to your teeth?
They are a natural whitener and can take stains out.
How long do strawberry plants normally last in a garden?
They last about three years.