Strawberry - Fragaria x ananassa 'Elan' - British Grown

Notes

• Can be repotted in a planter, a larger pot, or straight into the ground
• Ensure there is good drainage
• Water frequently whilst the plants are being established, then water whenever there are extended dry periods
• Avoid watering the crowns or fruits
• For best results fertilise with a potash feed - tomato feed or similar should do the trick
• Protect with fleece if an overnight frost is predicted
• When the fruit starts developing place straw or fibre mats under the fruit to prevent rotting
• Likes full sun, can tolerate partial shade
• Avoid very windy locations
• Cut off old leaves after harvesting fruit to allow new leaves to develop
• Allow fruits to turn completely red before harvesting - eat the fruit soon after picking to have them when they're the tastiest!
• Pet safe