“Berries Galore” – Spring 2013 – Hamnett Place Community Garden – Wilkinsburg, PA
“A Plant a Day till Spring” will highlight one plant a day, starting on the winter solstice (December 21, 2013)… And ending on the vernal equinox (March 20, 2014)… If all goes to plan I will be starting with old Snowdrop photos from 2013… And ending with new photos of Snowdrops in 2014…
Seven Days of Fruit and Berries
The garden strawberry (or simply “strawberry“) is a widely grown hybrid species of the genus Fragaria (collectively known as the strawberries)… It is cultivated worldwide for its fruit… The fruit (which is not a botanical berry, but an aggregate accessory fruit) is widely appreciated for its characteristic aroma, bright red color, juicy texture, and sweetness…
Technically… The strawberry is an aggregate accessory fruit… Meaning that the fleshy part is derived not from the plant’s ovaries but from the receptacle that holds the ovaries… Each apparent “seed” on the outside of the fruit is actually one of the ovaries of the flower, with a seed inside it…
“Ready Berry” – Summer 2013 – Hamnett Place Community Garden – Wilkinsburg, PA
Strawberries are popular and rewarding plants to grow at home… They can be grown almost anywhere in the world… The best time to plant is in late summer or spring… Plant in full sun or dappled shade… In somewhat sandy soil… The addition of manure and a balanced fertilizer aids strong growth… Alternatively they can be planted in pots or special planters using compost… Fiber mats placed under each plant will protect fruits from touching the ground…
Strawberries are tough and will survive many conditions… During fruit formation, moisture is vital, especially if growing in containers… Protection must be provided against slugs and snails which attack the ripe fruit… The fruit matures in midsummer and should be picked when fully ripe…
Propagation is by runners… which can be pegged down to encourage them to take root… Or cut off and placed in a new location… Established plants should be replaced every three years or sooner if there are signs of disease…
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