{"product_id":"fragaria-x-ananassa-fresca-strawberry","title":"Fragaria x ananassa Fresca | Strawberry","description":"\u003ch1 dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eFragaria x ananassa Fresca | Strawberry Seeds\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFresca is an everbearing strawberry grown from seed, producing medium-sized, traditional strawberries over a long harvest season from early summer through autumn.\u003c\/strong\u003e Its compact, spreading growth makes it an excellent choice for home gardens, raised beds, containers and hanging baskets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eUnlike strawberries normally purchased as young plants or runners, \u003cstrong\u003eFresca can be grown completely from seed\u003c\/strong\u003e. The seeds are very small, but with an early indoor start they develop into productive strawberry plants suitable for both container and in-ground growing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAccording to the breeder’s growing information, Fresca produces \u003cstrong\u003emedium-sized berries from the beginning of summer through autumn\u003c\/strong\u003e, with approximately \u003cstrong\u003e85 days from transplanting to ripe fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003ePlant Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eFragaria x ananassa\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresca\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strawberry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Raw seed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact, spreading and trailing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–10 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25–30 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25–36 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlooming Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring to late spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-sized strawberries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early summer through autumn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays from Transplant to Ripe Fruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 85 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Garden beds, raised beds, containers, hanging baskets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe breeder recommends full sun and gives a mature height of approximately \u003cstrong\u003e8–10 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e, a spread of \u003cstrong\u003e25–30 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e and spacing of \u003cstrong\u003e25–36 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eEverbearing Strawberry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFresca is valued for its \u003cstrong\u003elong fruiting season\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than one short, concentrated harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003ePlants can continue flowering and developing fruit through the growing season when conditions are suitable and ripe berries are harvested regularly. This makes Fresca particularly attractive for home gardeners who want fresh strawberries over an extended period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eGrowing Fresca Strawberries from Seed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eStrawberry seeds are tiny, so sow them carefully on the surface of a fine, moist seed-starting substrate. The breeder recommends \u003cstrong\u003e1–2 seeds per cell\u003c\/strong\u003e and only a \u003cstrong\u003elight covering\u003c\/strong\u003e after sowing. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFor the earliest possible crop, start the seeds indoors well before the outdoor planting season. An early sowing gives plants more time to become established and increases the possibility of harvesting fruit during the first growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFor professional plug production, the breeder gives a plug crop time of approximately \u003cstrong\u003e4–5 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e. Initial temperatures are around \u003cstrong\u003e20–21°C\u003c\/strong\u003e, followed by gradually cooler conditions as the seedlings develop. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the growing medium evenly moist but not waterlogged. Strawberry seedlings are sensitive to high salt levels, particularly during germination, so avoid excessive fertilisation at this stage. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eWhen Will Fresca Produce Strawberries?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe most useful figure for a home gardener is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 85 days from transplanting to ripe fruit under suitable growing conditions.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis is different from counting the number of days from sowing the seed. The seeds first need to germinate and develop into transplantable young plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe breeder lists approximately \u003cstrong\u003e4–5 weeks for plug production\u003c\/strong\u003e, after which the plants continue developing toward flowering and fruiting. Actual timing will depend on sowing date, temperature, light and growing conditions. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eSo I would \u003cstrong\u003enot use “150 days to maturity” as the main figure\u003c\/strong\u003e on the product page when the breeder’s own current GrowerFacts specifically states \u003cstrong\u003e85 days from transplant to ripe fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e. If you want to mention 150 days, it should be clearly described as an approximate seed-to-crop figure rather than transplant-to-fruit timing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003ePlanting and Growing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eTransplant outdoors after the risk of severe frost has passed and the young plants have been gradually hardened off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eChoose a \u003cstrong\u003esunny location\u003c\/strong\u003e and fertile, well-drained soil. Space plants approximately \u003cstrong\u003e25–36 cm apart\u003c\/strong\u003e to allow the spreading growth to develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eKeep plants evenly watered, particularly during flowering and fruit development. Avoid keeping the root zone constantly saturated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eRegular harvesting encourages plants to continue producing and also prevents overripe berries from remaining on the plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003ePerfect for Containers and Hanging Baskets\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFresca is particularly useful where garden space is limited. Its low, spreading habit works beautifully in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epatio containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebalcony pots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehanging baskets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eraised beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etraditional garden beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe breeder specifically recommends Fresca for \u003cstrong\u003ebaskets, containers and in-ground cultivation\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIn containers, use a fertile, well-drained growing medium and make sure plants receive plenty of sunlight. Container-grown strawberries may need more frequent watering than plants grown directly in the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eWhy Grow Fresca Strawberry from Seed?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrown from seed • Medium-sized traditional strawberries • Long harvest season • Approximately 85 days from transplant to ripe fruit • Compact spreading habit • Excellent for containers and hanging baskets • Suitable for raised beds and gardens • Harvest from summer into autumn\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFresca is an excellent choice for gardeners who want to experience the entire strawberry-growing process \u003cstrong\u003efrom a tiny seed to their own fresh berries\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"therapyofflowers.com","offers":[{"title":"20 seeds \/ 20–25 cm","offer_id":55110594265431,"sku":null,"price":2.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"100 seeds \/ 20–25 cm","offer_id":55110594298199,"sku":null,"price":8.2,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/9275\/3751\/files\/FragariaxananassaFresca_Strawberry.png?v=1790108065","url":"https:\/\/www.therapyofflowers.com\/es\/products\/fragaria-x-ananassa-fresca-strawberry","provider":"therapyofflowers.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}