Extending the UK strawberry growing season: Planting and establishment

From the condition of the soil to managing the environment, learn the key steps required for planting and post-planting success with strawberries.

To ensure successful cropping, it is essential that strawberry plantations are planted and established correctly.

Failure to do so will lead to poor plant growth, disease and reduced yield, not only in the year of planting, but for the lifetime of the plantation.

The success of planting and establishment is dependent on the plants arriving at the field in good condition.

It is also influenced by:

• The condition and properties of the planting medium (soil/substrate).
• The manner in which the plant is inserted into the soil/substrate.

The quality of crop management immediately after planting.

Discover the important steps you will need to take so that your strawberry crop survives and thrives.