{"product_id":"strawberry-golden-alexandria","title":"Strawberry 'Golden Alexandria'","description":"\u003cp\u003e30 Seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌱 Best Sowing Time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the Gulf climate, sow during the cooler months:\u003c\/p\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\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 temperatures and elevation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid starting seeds during the hottest part of summer, as high temperatures can greatly reduce germination and seedling survival.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌿 How to Sow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a fine, well-draining seed-starting mix.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoisten the growing medium before sowing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSprinkle the very small seeds on the surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress them gently into the soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCover with only a \u003cstrong\u003every thin layer of fine soil\u003c\/strong\u003e, or leave almost uncovered.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the seed surface consistently moist but not saturated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the tray somewhere bright and cool.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e About \u003cstrong\u003e1–2 mm maximum\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\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 time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Usually 1–4 weeks, sometimes longer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight can help strawberry seeds germinate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid temperatures above approximately 25–28°C during germination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not allow the seed surface to dry out completely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌱 Seedling Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce seedlings appear:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide bright light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGive gentle morning sunlight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect young seedlings from strong Gulf afternoon sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the growing medium lightly and evenly moist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide good air circulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid excessive watering, which can cause damping-off.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThin crowded seedlings carefully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌿 Transplanting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTransplant when the seedlings have developed several true leaves and are strong enough to handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–30 cm between plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContainer depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e At least 15–20 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the \u003cstrong\u003ecrown at soil level\u003c\/strong\u003e; do not bury it.\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\u003cp\u003eContainers are particularly useful in the Gulf because they can be moved to a cooler, shaded position during hot weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e☀️ Sunlight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong light or full sun is preferred during the cooler Gulf season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMorning sunlight is especially beneficial.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect plants from intense afternoon sun when temperatures rise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30–50% afternoon shade\u003c\/strong\u003e can be useful during warmer periods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid placing containers directly on very hot concrete, metal or rooftops.\u003c\/p\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 surface 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 near the base rather than constantly wetting the leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA light mulch can help maintain soil moisture and reduce heat around the roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌱 Soil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a fertile, loose and moisture-retentive but well-draining mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA suitable container mix can include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuality potting soil or coco peat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAged compost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerlite or pumice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA small amount of coarse sand if additional drainage is needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA slightly acidic to neutral growing medium is suitable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌿 Fertilizing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBegin light feeding after the plants are established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a balanced fertilizer at a moderate rate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuring flowering and fruit development, adequate potassium can be beneficial.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid excessive nitrogen, which can encourage leaves instead of flowers and fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🍓 Fruiting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘Golden Alexandria’ is an alpine\/wild-strawberry type, so the fruits are generally \u003cstrong\u003esmaller than large-fruited garden strawberries\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith suitable conditions, the plants can produce aromatic strawberries. Harvest fruit when it has reached its characteristic mature color and is fully developed.\u003c\/p\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\u003eProtect young plants when temperatures approach or exceed \u003cstrong\u003e30°C\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide afternoon shade during warm weather.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContainers or raised beds can make temperature and drainage easier to manage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid dark containers sitting directly on hot surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent drainage is particularly important in humid coastal Gulf areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtreme summer heat can reduce flowering, fruit set and fruit quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn very hot areas, plants may slow down considerably during summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌱 Growing Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow ‘Golden Alexandria’ during the cooler Gulf months, keep the tiny seeds almost uncovered and consistently moist during germination, provide bright morning light, and protect the plants from intense afternoon heat.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plant World Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48549241585882,"sku":null,"price":2.35,"currency_code":"KWD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0715\/1026\/1978\/files\/10433-STRAWBERRY-GOLDEN-ALEXANDER.webp?v=1788564088","url":"https:\/\/www.alldrops.store\/products\/strawberry-golden-alexandria","provider":"All Drops Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}