You will need approximately 60-90 medium size strawberries, or approximately 120-180 smaller size strawberries for a strawberry tower.
A strawberry tower is a super space saving vertical strawberry planter, that is perfect for small space gardens. Strawberries are best planted in the spring, as early as several weeks before the last frost date. By selecting a range of strawberry varieties you can spread your harvest from late spring through to early fall. Make sure they get 8 or more hours of sun and are planted in slightly acidic soil with a pH of 5.5 to 6.8.
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A typical 12 to 14 inch diameter hanging pot or basket can accommodate two to three plants. For strawberry towers or pots, tuck one plant per pocket. When your strawberry plants are growing and producing fruit, they will need an average of 1 to 2 inches of water weekly. New strawberry plants can be given about 1 inch of water each week to establish growth.
Do Strawberries Grow Well in Towers?
Yes, strawberries do grow well in towers.
Space Requirements for Strawberry Plants
For a family of four, plant a fifteen foot row with 10 June-bearing plants, spaced 18 inches apart. Six to seven plants per person provides enough berries for fresh eating.
Plant strawberries in the spring, several weeks before the last frost. Select varieties to spread the harvest. Plant in light, slightly acidic soil. Fertilize for the best crops.
Strawberry roots spread less than 12 inches deep. Water them regularly. Plant crowns above soil, roots below. Space plants six to 10 inches apart, rows two feet apart.
June-bearing varieties need more space than everbearing ones. Overcrowding decreases yield and increases disease.
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