{"product_id":"strawberry-alexandria-alpine","title":"Strawberry Alexandria - Alpine","description":"\u003cp\u003e20 Seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌱 Best Sowing Time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGulf region:\u003c\/strong\u003e October–February\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKuwait:\u003c\/strong\u003e October–January is ideal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUAE \u0026amp; Qatar:\u003c\/strong\u003e October–February.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSaudi Arabia \u0026amp; Bahrain:\u003c\/strong\u003e October–February.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOman:\u003c\/strong\u003e October–February, depending on local temperature and elevation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid sowing during the extreme summer heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌿 How to Sow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFill a seed tray or small pot with a fine, well-draining seed-starting mix.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoisten the growing medium before sowing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScatter the tiny seeds over the surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress them gently onto the soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCover with only \u003cstrong\u003e1–2 mm of fine soil\u003c\/strong\u003e, or leave them almost uncovered.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMist gently to avoid washing the seeds away.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the surface consistently moist during germination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the tray somewhere bright and cool.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌡️ Germination\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15–22°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Usually around 1–4 weeks, but some seeds can take longer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight exposure can help germination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid temperatures above \u003cstrong\u003e25–28°C\u003c\/strong\u003e during germination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not allow the seed surface to dry completely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌱 Seedling Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide bright light as soon as seedlings emerge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGive gentle morning sunlight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the growing medium lightly moist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid excessive watering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide good airflow around the seedlings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBecause the seedlings are very small, avoid strong direct afternoon sunlight at this stage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌿 Transplanting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant once the seedlings have developed several true leaves and are well established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace plants approximately \u003cstrong\u003e20–30 cm apart\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA container at least \u003cstrong\u003e15–20 cm deep\u003c\/strong\u003e is suitable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the \u003cstrong\u003ecrown at soil level\u003c\/strong\u003e; do not bury the center of the plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant during the cooler part of the day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater lightly after transplanting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e☀️ Sunlight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlpine strawberries grow well with plenty of light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuring the Gulf's cooler months, provide full sun or strong morning sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs temperatures increase, protect plants from intense afternoon sunlight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30–50% afternoon shade\u003c\/strong\u003e is useful during warmer periods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid placing pots directly on hot concrete or metal surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e💧 Watering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the soil consistently moist but well drained.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater when the upper layer begins to dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncrease watering during hot or dry weather.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain regular moisture during flowering and fruit development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid standing water around the roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater at the base of the plant when possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA light mulch layer can help keep the roots cooler.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌱 Soil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a fertile, loose, moisture-retentive but well-draining growing medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA suitable container mix can contain:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuality potting soil or coco peat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell-aged compost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerlite or pumice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA small amount of coarse sand if additional drainage is required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eslightly acidic to neutral\u003c\/strong\u003e growing medium is suitable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌿 Fertilizing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBegin feeding lightly once seedlings are established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a balanced fertilizer at a moderate rate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuring flowering and fruiting, a fertilizer with adequate potassium can support fruit production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid excessive nitrogen, which can encourage leaves at the expense of fruit production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🍓 Fruiting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlexandria Alpine Strawberry produces \u003cstrong\u003esmall, aromatic red strawberries\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe fruits are generally smaller than those of large-fruited garden strawberries but are valued for their strong strawberry flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest when the berries are fully colored and ripe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegular harvesting encourages continued production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🔥 Gulf Climate Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCool-season cultivation is strongly recommended.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep young plants below approximately \u003cstrong\u003e30°C\u003c\/strong\u003e whenever possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide afternoon shade as temperatures rise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContainers are particularly useful because they can be moved to a cooler location.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid hot rooftops, concrete floors, and reflective walls.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent drainage is important, especially in humid coastal Gulf areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtreme summer heat can greatly reduce flowering and fruit production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌱 Growing Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the best results in the Gulf, sow Alexandria Alpine Strawberry during the cooler months, keep the tiny seeds almost uncovered and moist, provide bright morning light, and protect established plants from intense afternoon heat.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plant World Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48549199937754,"sku":null,"price":2.05,"currency_code":"KWD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0715\/1026\/1978\/files\/dae53752ecc0c47b4b47c339d7c4c66f.jpg?v=1788563141","url":"https:\/\/www.alldrops.store\/products\/strawberry-alexandria-alpine","provider":"All Drops Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}