Description and characteristics of the strawberry variety Fleur, subtleties of cultivation

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

Description and characteristics of the Fleur variety

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

The berries have a classic shape in the form of an elongated cone. Tall peduncles form on the bushes, and an average number of leaves appear 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 flesh is tender and dense at the same time. Has good taste.

Varietal pros and cons of strawberries

Advantages of culture:

• characteristic strawberry taste and aroma;
• earlier onset of flowering;
• short period of berry ripening;
• dense pulp guarantees transportation over long distances and is stored for a long time;
• a large number of long and strong peduncles appear on an open bush.

Fleur is not liked only if the gardener does not follow the growing steps. A negative result also shows poor planting material. The disadvantages include:

1. In late spring conditions, the growing season begins 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 poor watering and lack of partial shade are added to this, the results are very 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 climate. Also, the taste depends on agricultural technology, which was not carried out according to the rules.

Features of growing garden strawberries

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

Landing dates and location selection

The type of planting material influences the choice of site for growing strawberries. Seedlings are planted in May. Soil with any composition is suitable for Fleur. 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 produces high yields. The place for strawberries should be away from drafts, in the sun and well lit throughout the day.

Preparation of planting material

Healthy bushes that are free from damage and have a good appearance are selected for planting. Despite this, before planting, seedlings are treated with special compounds. This will help avoid the development of diseases.

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

Landing rules

For Fleur, both one-line and two-line planting schemes are suitable. This is due to the fact that the bushes are small. Leave 20 to 30 cm of free space between the sprouts. There is up to 40 cm of free space between the rows.

Tips for caring for strawberries

Fleur needs watering and fertilizing, since the growth and development of the crop depends on this. Fertilization and frequent watering speed up the growth rate. Particular attention is paid to loosening and mulching strawberry beds. It would be a good idea to cover the variety for the winter.

Watering and fertilizing

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 at 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 precipitation saturates the soil well. Simultaneously with watering, strawberries are fertilized.

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

Mulching and loosening

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

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

A layer of mulch prevents 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 ability to retain moisture. The liquid does not evaporate as quickly, and regularity in watering disappears.

Preparing for winter

Strawberry bushes tolerate the cold season under cover or in tunnels. If Fleur is grown in beds, mulch of vegetable origin is used. It should not be moisture-intensive. 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 successful wintering. Agrofibre allows the crop to breathe. Remaining in the garden bed until spring, protects against insect pests from penetrating the green mass.

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

Disease and pest control measures

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

To combat diseases, folk methods are suitable, as well as products 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 berry formation and ripening.

Breeding methods

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

Collection and storage of garden strawberries

The picking of berries from the branches occurs every day at the moment of their ripening. The fruits are suitable for long-term storage in a cold room. They do not weather and at the same time retain their shine. The harvest is transported over long distances without losing its attractive appearance.

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