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With a deep red color and sweet taste, these strawberries are smaller in size than generic strawberries. Use the berry in any dish that calls for Strawberries for an extra flavorful dish, and the flowers as an aromatic garnish to drinks and desserts. Avoid growing them in extremely hot weather.
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| Weight | 0.004 lbs |
|---|---|
| Lifecycle | Comes back every year (perennial) |
| Hydro / Soil | Grows well in hydroponics or soil – especially in self-watering planters. |
| Container / Indoors | Plant 1 site in a 6" (1 quart) container. In larger containers, space sites 4" apart. For each site press 4 seeds into the surface. |
| Outdoor / Inground | Plant 1 site per square foot. For each site, press 4 seeds into the surface. |
| Plant Size | Grow between 6 to 8 inches, with 1 to 2 inches of space between plants. |
| Taste & Nutritional Value | Strawberries are high in Potassium, Vitamin A & C. Sweet taste. |
| History | Alpine Strawberries have been eaten in the wild for centuries. They were first cultivated as a garden crop in Europe, and fell into obscurity when garden strawberries gained popularity. ‘Rugen’ was the first alpine strawberry developed. The American variety “Alexandria” is commonly available throughout the United States. It was introduced in 1964 by Park Seed. |
| Recommended for (recipes) | Eat these cuties raw for a summery-treat! You can also make them into a tangy sauce to top vanilla ice cream or pound cake. |
| Seed Count | 15 |
| Seed Weight (mg) | 5 |
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