Strawberry Fleur: description and characteristics of the variety, growing features, harvesting

Cultivation of garden strawberries is gaining popularity every year. One of the varieties is the Fleur strawberry variety. Combines high palatability and ease of care.

Description and characteristics of the variety Fleur

The variety is considered early maturing, as it is ahead of other early varieties by 7-10 days. Active fruiting is characterized by a short period. Full ripening of berries occurs in a month.

Berries of classical shape in the form of an elongated cone. High flower stalks are formed on the bushes, and an average number of leaves appears on the shoots. The berries are easy to pick as they are always visible.

The weight of one berry reaches 30 g, these are the largest specimens. The pulp is tender and at the same time dense. Has good taste.

Variety pros and cons of strawberries

Cultural Virtues:

• characteristic strawberry flavor and aroma;
• early flowering;
• short berry ripening period;
• dense flesh ensures long distance transportation, long shelf life;
• a large number of long and strong peduncles appear on an open bush.

Fleur is only disliked if the grower doesn't follow the growing steps. A negative result also indicates poor planting material. Disadvantages include:

1. In late spring conditions, the growing season starts early. As a result, strawberries have low productivity.
2. Fleur does not tolerate heat well. At the peak of high temperatures, the leaves droop. If bad watering and lack of penumbra are added to this, the results are quite bad.
3. Gardeners growing strawberries in the Moscow region and central Russia note the lack of versatility in taste.

In the latter case, they speak of unsuccessful adaptation to the climate. Also, the taste depends on agricultural technology, which was not carried out according to the rules.

Features of growing garden strawberries

Fleur requires a certain suitable growing area for successful growth. The choice of location affects the development of culture and the quality of the crop. Incorrectly carried out agricultural technology leads not only to a poor harvest, but also affects the appearance of the variety.

Date of landing and choice of location

The type of planting material affects the choice of a site for growing strawberries. Seedlings are planted in May. For Fleur, soil with any composition is suitable. If it is light soil with normal acidity, the harvest will be large.

Fleur loves open space with direct sunlight. Winter cultivation in greenhouses also gives a high yield. The place for strawberries should be away from drafts, be in the sun and be well lit throughout the day.

Preparation of planting material

He althy bushes are selected for planting, devoid of damage and having a good appearance. Despite this, before planting, seedlings are treated with special compounds. This will help to avoid the development of diseases.

Moreover, not only the root system, but also the green part of the plant is processed.

Boarding rules

For Fleur, both single-line and two-line planting patterns are suitable. This is due to the fact that the bushes are small in size. Between sprouts is left from 20 to 30 cm of free space. Allow up to 40 cm of free space between rows.

Strawberry Care Tips

Fleur needs watering and feeding, as the growth and development of the culture depends on it. Fertilization and frequent watering accelerate the growth rate. Particular attention is paid to loosening and mulching strawberry beds. It will not be superfluous to shelter the variety for the winter.

Water and fertilize

Strawberry plantings are saturated with moisture as the soil dries out. Fleur is watered with warm settled water. To do this, the containers are filled in the morning, and throughout the day the water is heated under the sun's rays.

Water is poured under the root, making sure that drops of moisture do not fall on the shoots, flowers, berries and leaves. During the rainy season, watering is suspended, as rainfall well nourishes the soil. At the same time as watering, strawberries are fed.

Complex fertilizers containing potassium, phosphorus, nitrogen and other useful substances are suitable for Fleur. Specialized drugs are bought in stores. The powder is diluted with water, after which the plants are watered with liquid.

Mulching and loosening

After watering, a crust forms on the surface of the earth. It does not allow the soil to breathe, so that air masses do not penetrate to the root system. If the soil is dry after watering, the beds are loosened, repeating the procedure each time.

The event makes the soil lighter and more airy. As a result, strawberries grow faster. In addition, fertilizers reach the roots faster.

A layer of mulch saves from the appearance of weeds. A special layer on the soil surface prevents the growth of weeds. Thanks to this, strawberry care is reduced. Mulching has the property of retaining moisture. The liquid does not evaporate so quickly, and the regularity in watering disappears.

Preparing for winter

Strawberry bushes endure the cold season under cover or in tunnels. If Fleur is grown in beds, vegetable mulch is used. It shouldn't be wet. Therefore, options such as spruce branches and corn disappear immediately.

Agrofibre is well suited for this purpose. Despite the thinness of the material, all conditions are created for a successful wintering. Agrofibre allows the culture to breathe. Staying in the garden until the onset of spring, it protects insect pests from penetrating the green mass.

Agrofibre is removed when the weather is warm outside. In case of late frosts, strawberries are covered with the same agrofibre.

Disease and pest control measures

Microorganisms and insects cause a variety of diseases. Not only the appearance of plants deteriorates, but the taste of berries and size also suffer. The most annoying thing is that the variety may disappear under the influence of pest attacks.

To combat diseases, folk methods are suitable, as well as funds purchased in specialized stores. In the first case, use is possible in any growing season. Preparations of chemical origin are not used at the time of the formation of berries and their ripening.

Breeding methods

Fleur is one of the few strawberry varieties that develops in two ways. New sprouts are obtained by sowing grains collected from the mother culture. Also in the case of Fleur, vegetative propagation is used.

Collecting and storing garden strawberries

Plucking berries from the branches occurs every day at the time of their ripening. Fruits are suitable for long-term storage in a cold room. They do not weather and at the same time retain their shine. The crop is transported over long distances, does not lose its attractive appearance.

Ripe berries should not linger on the branches for a long time. The fact that they are overripe is evidenced by the maroon color of strawberries. Such berries, even if they are already picked, will not stand for a long time and will completely deteriorate within 4-5 hours.

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