The early maturing and high-yielding cultivation of strawberry in the south

Strawberries are herbaceous plants that require careful cultivation to achieve high yields and meet market demands, especially around the New Year period. In southern China, where open-field cultivation is common, farmers can only ensure stable and high yields by adopting a technique known as "North Miaonan Planting." This method involves transplanting high-quality strawberry seedlings from northern nurseries into southern and coastal regions. The benefits include a higher survival rate, greater productivity, and minimal risk of viral infections. In recent years, many strawberry-producing areas in southern China have experienced a decline in both yield and quality. Some farms now produce only a few hundred kilograms per mu, largely due to poor seedling quality. Many farmers opt for cheaper, second-year seedlings that have already borne fruit, not realizing that these seedlings often have weak vitality, are prone to pests and diseases, and fail to produce consistently. Others use seedlings from dedicated nurseries, but due to temperature and sunlight limitations, they struggle to reach their full yield potential. The ideal growing period for strawberries lasts between 4 to 10 months, with optimal root and plant growth occurring between 15°C and 30°C. However, in southern China, summer temperatures often exceed 20°C, which can hinder new leaf growth, cause leaf burn, and reduce fruiting rates. Strawberry flower bud differentiation typically occurs between September and October, requiring short days (10-12 hours) and average temperatures between 10°C and 17°C. Low temperature plays a more critical role than day length in this process. Without sufficient cold exposure, flowering and fruiting will be affected, leading to lower yields. Due to these climatic challenges, it's difficult for strawberries to thrive naturally in southern China and some coastal areas after June. High temperatures also increase the risk of disease in seedlings. As a result, regions south of Shijiazhuang are generally unsuitable for local seedling propagation. To achieve high yields, it's essential to bring in properly grown seedlings from the north. Selecting the right varieties is crucial when implementing "North Miaonan Planting." Currently, many Chinese growers cultivate common varieties like "All Stars," "Baojiao," "Fengxiang," and "Maria," which suffer from declining quality and low productivity. To improve results, early-maturing, high-yield, and marketable varieties should be prioritized. Two promising new varieties suitable for "North Miaonan Planting" are: 1. **US No. 5**: An exceptionally early-maturing variety that produces fruit around New Year’s Day after autumn planting. It features large, firm, bright red fruits with a rich flavor, high sweetness, and a very short dormancy period, allowing for an extended harvest of 2-3 months. Each fruit weighs about 50 grams, and a single plant can weigh over 500 grams, yielding an average of 2,500 to 3,500 kg per mu. 2. **Spain No. 3**: Another early-maturing variety ideal for pre-Christmas harvesting. It produces large, bright red fruits with excellent transportability and a sweet taste. Its roots are well-developed, and it is resistant to alkaline soil. It has a very short dormancy period, enabling a continuous harvest of 3-4 months. A single plant can weigh over 500 grams, with an average yield of 30,000 to 40,000 kg per mu. By combining proper planting techniques with the right variety selection, southern farmers can significantly improve their strawberry production and meet market demands effectively.

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