Sevenveren Strawberry

50 Seeds

"Sevenveren Strawberry" is a cultivated strawberry variety (Fragaria × ananassa). Like most strawberries, it performs best during the Gulf's cool season. It is suitable for garden beds, raised beds, containers, and hydroponic systems.

Best Planting Time

• Best sowing time in the Gulf:
  • October to January
• Avoid sowing during the hot summer months.

Seed Preparation

• For improved germination, place seeds in the refrigerator at 2–5°C for 2–4 weeks (cold stratification).
• Remove and allow seeds to reach room temperature before sowing.

Soil Preparation

Use fertile, loose, well-drained soil rich in organic matter.

Recommended mix:

• Coco peat or peat moss
• Compost
• Perlite
• Garden soil

Ideal soil pH:

• 5.5–6.5

Sowing Method

• Sow seeds in seed trays or small pots.
• Press seeds gently onto the surface.
• Cover with a very thin layer of fine vermiculite or soil (1–2 mm).
• Keep the growing medium consistently moist.

Temperature & Light

• Ideal germination temperature:
  • 18–22°C
• Ideal growing temperature:
  • 15–25°C
• Requires:
  • 6–8 hours of sunlight daily.
• In the Gulf, provide afternoon shade if temperatures rise above 30°C.

Watering

• Keep the soil evenly moist but never waterlogged.
• Water at the base of the plant to reduce fungal diseases.
• Mulch around plants to conserve moisture and keep fruits clean.

Germination Time

• Seeds usually germinate in:
  • 14–30 days

Transplanting

• Transplant seedlings when they have:
  • 3–4 true leaves
• Space plants:
  • 30–40 cm apart.
• Space rows:
  • 60–90 cm apart.

Harvesting

• Fruits are ready 4–6 weeks after flowering.
• Harvest when berries are fully colored and slightly soft.
• Pick every 2–3 days during the fruiting season.

Gulf Climate Tips

• Grow during autumn, winter, and early spring.
• Protect plants from temperatures above 32°C.
• Use mulch to cool the root zone.
• Fertilize every 2–3 weeks with a balanced fertilizer high in potassium during flowering and fruiting.
• Excellent for containers, hanging baskets, raised beds, and hydroponic cultivation.