Alpine Strawberry 'Baron Solemacher' Seeds

Sow indoors from March to May so the seedlings have a long first season. You can also sow into pots or a cold frame outside from April to June, but the seed is tiny and germinates more reliably under cover where the compost stays evenly moist.

Alpine strawberry seed often takes two to four weeks to come up, and not every seed sprouts at once. It needs light, so leave it uncovered on the surface, keep the compost at around 20°C and never let it dry out, even for a few hours.

Yes. The plants stay around 15 cm tall and wide, so a 20 to 30 cm pot or a window box suits them well. Keep them watered in summer and give a little shade in the hottest part of the day.

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