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West Coast Seeds - Mignonette Alpine Strawberry - Sweet & Hardy (0.02g)

$4.69

Discover the delightful taste and easy care of West Coast Seeds Mignonette Alpine Strawberries. Fragaria vesca, known as the woodland or European strawberry, produces bright red, deliciously sweet fruits that are larger than most alpine varieties. These compact perennial plants form charming mounds, perfect for the edges of flower gardens,...

Discover the delightful taste and easy care of West Coast Seeds Mignonette Alpine Strawberries. Fragaria vesca, known as the woodland or European strawberry, produces bright red, deliciously sweet fruits that are larger than most alpine varieties. These compact perennial plants form charming mounds, perfect for the edges of flower gardens, hanging baskets, and windowsill planters. Enjoy fresh strawberries from your garden in the first year with minimal effort.

Key Features:

  • Delicious Flavor: Bright red fruits with a sweet, intense flavor.
  • Perennial: Reliable year-after-year harvests.
  • Quick Bearing: Produces fruit in the first year.
  • Versatile Planting: Ideal for garden mounds, pots, and hanging baskets.
  • Hardy: Suitable for most zones, particularly hardy to Zone 5.

Growing Information:

  • Season: Best planted in early to late winter.
  • Exposure: Full sun for optimal growth.
  • Zone: Hardy to Zone 5.
  • Timing: Start seeds early to ensure fruiting in the first season. Seeds benefit from vernalization to break dormancy.

Starting Instructions:

  1. Vernalization: Seal seed packets in a plastic bag or airtight container and refrigerate for 3-4 weeks.
  2. Temperature Adjustment: Allow seeds to reach room temperature over a day or two before opening the package.
  3. Sowing: Sow seeds on the surface of pre-moistened seed starting mix in trays or small containers. Maintain a constant temperature of 18-24°C (65-75°F).
  4. Lighting: Keep trays under bright fluorescent lights and ensure the mix stays moist.
  5. Germination: Germination can take 7 to 42 days. Increase ventilation once seeds germinate to prevent damping off.

Growing Tips:

  • Transplanting: Move seedlings to individual pots after the third true leaf appears. Harden off gradually before transplanting outdoors.
  • Spacing: Space transplants 60cm (24") apart in rows 90-120cm (36-48") apart.
  • Soil: Use well-drained, sandy loam enriched with organic matter like compost or well-rotted manure.
  • Feeding: Dig 60mL (1/4 cup) of complete organic fertilizer into the soil beneath each transplant.
  • Watering: Keep soil moist but not soggy. Mulch with straw to help retain moisture.

Companion Planting:

  • Compatible Plants: Beans, borage, garlic, lettuce, onions, peas, spinach, and thyme.
  • Avoid: Brassicas and fennel.

Enjoy the unparalleled sweetness and convenience of growing your own strawberries with West Coast Seeds Mignonette Alpine Strawberry. Perfect for gardeners of all levels, this French delicacy will bring joy and delicious flavor to your garden and table. Shop now and start your journey to fresh, homegrown strawberries.

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