Learn to Grow Strawberries in a Pot – Step by Step
If you are thinking of growing strawberries in a pot or in your own garden, you are in the right place, here we will teach you how to do it correctly.
To grow strawberries in a pot you need a place in your house such as the patio or a window, or hang them on a large balcony. Also, it is a great opportunity to grow in the garden or on the patio.
Today we will show you how you can grow strawberries in a pot in an easy, fast and effective way.
You need:
- Set of cultivated strawberry plants
- organic soil
- Hanging basin with self-emptying and water collector
When to start:
Depending on the weather you can start growing strawberries in early or late May. Strawberries love heat and sun.
Cultivation steps:
- Strawberry plants can be grown from seed at home, but it takes more time. In this case, you can use cuttings or branches from other plants to grow more successfully.
- Once you have your pot, fill it with mixed soil to retain moisture and prevent roots from rotting. Strawberry plants require 2.5 to 4 liters of substrate per plant for optimal root development.
- Transplant potted strawberries through deep holes in the roots.
- Cover them with soil and water.
- Strawberry plants need 6 to 8 hours of sunlight. Try placing the pot in a sunny spot in the house and you will see how the position of the pot changes.
- Water the plants daily to prevent the soil from drying out.
- Use liquid fertilizer 1 time a month or every 15 days to nourish your plants.
Do not forget to keep the soil moist at all times and that your plants receive direct sun.
