Pruning strawberry after harvesting

Remontnye varieties of strawberries compare favorably with other types of fact that for the season give not one, but several harvests. The period of its flowering continues all summer.However, these varieties are sick more often.

The morbidity of strawberries (so called strawberries) is directly related to the constant formation of ovaries and the growth of berries. It depletes the plant and takes large amounts of nutrients from the earth. A weak plant gets sick faster and often dies at the end of the season. More resistant bushes yield a harvest of just a few years. In order to prolong the life of strawberries, it is necessary to follow certain rules of planting, growing and care.

To breed this variety in the following ways:

• grow seeds;
• divide the bush into several seedlings;
• seated mustache.

It should be noted that some species do not have a mustache. In addition, the bush itself is often weakened and will not be able to survive the separation. The most reliable can rightly be considered a way of growing seedlings from seeds. But these varieties have advantages. Plants of this species can be planted both in spring and autumn, as they are resistant to frost and cold.

Land for sowing seeds must be prepared in advance. It should be as nutritious and loose as possible. In the garden you can find such a soil at the place of cultivation of vegetable crops, as it is slightly acidic. The germination of seeds will also contribute to the creation of high humidity (70% or more). So, about 1 liter of water is needed for 1 kg of soil.

Next, in a container with the ground spread the seeds that need to sprinkle with sand and lightly sprinkle with water. Seedlings are covered with a film so that the soil does not dry out and put in a warm place (from +18 to +21 degrees) for a period of up to 20 days, because so much seeds need for germination. With low light, the plant may not climb, so you need to install a fluorescent lamp above the seedlings. After three leaves appear on the seedlings, they can be transplanted. They are transferred to larger tanks, where they await landing. Seedlings always need water abundantly. A plant in the open field feels better if take them outside for two weeks before disembarking.

In the formation of shoots with a small root system in the bush of remontant strawberries, they need to be rooted, without cutting off the binding process, along the edges of the same bed. A week later, the binding stem is cut. The first and second bushes from the parent can be deposited on another bed.

The beds for strawberries are prepared in the fall, digging the ground with humus or compost. At the same time the place should be dry, with inclusions of clay or sand. In the spring, two weeks before planting, the earth should be fertilized with minerals with the help of special additives. The introduction of large amounts of wood ash into the soil will also contribute to good growth of seedlings.

By May 15, you can begin planting remontant strawberries. The distance between the bushes on the same bed - 20 cm or more. Do not forget that the bushes will give a mustache that can be rooted. Therefore, on both sides of the seedlings, about 30 cm should be left.

Rehabilitative varieties are quite unpretentious, but require timely watering, at least one of the forage with mineral substances for the season and timely treatment from pests and diseases. It is recommended to water this species of plants often, as their surface root system experiences a constant need for moisture. Water needs warmso as not to expose the flowering plant to stress.

Pruning strawberries after harvesting is carried out in spring or autumn. Complete removal of the leaves of the bush in these varieties is contraindicated. It is necessary to pick off only damaged and dead leaves.This is done with great care so as not to damage the sinuses at the very bottom of the bush. But the extra mustache will be correct to cut and in the summer, during the entire period of fruiting.

Dead leaves must be removed, as it is a preventive measure against all kinds of diseases and pests that can develop in winter in sheltered plants. In addition, the remaining healthy leaves will be able to get more nutrients. To preserve plants in the winter, in the fall they are covered with straw or pine feet. This is especially important in cold areas with a long winter period.

Growing remontant strawberry varieties is an uncomplicated process, not unlike the cultivation of most cultivated varieties of berries. With all the rules you can get fresh vitamins throughout the summer.

You will learn more about the proper care of the remonthian strawberry in the following video.