Well, everything is fine until the first harsh or snowless winter. We, as growers who live from growing strawberries, would rather not risk large plantings of varieties that have not been tested for their winter hardiness.โ๏ธ Continue reading “Is it Worth Growing Varieties Bred in Warmer Climates Than Northern or Central Europe?”
Which is better for mulching strawberries โ straw or black agrotextile?
Much has been written about the advantages of usingย black agrotextile as mulch. As an old professional, I have no doubts about the purposefulness of its use. But it’s not the only material that can be used for mulching strawberries. Straw, or more precisely, wheat or rye chaff, is equally good as a material that is inexpensive and readily available (unfortunately, not in big cities) and excellently fulfills its role.๐ Continue reading “Which is better for mulching strawberries โ straw or black agrotextile?”
