{"product_id":"strawberry-temptation","title":"Strawberry Temptation","description":"\u003cp\u003e10 Seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌱 Best Sowing Time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the Gulf climate, sow \u003cstrong\u003efrom October to February\u003c\/strong\u003e, when temperatures are cooler.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\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 temperatures and elevation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid sowing during the extreme summer heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌿 How to Sow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFill a seed tray or small pots with a fine, fertile, well-draining seed-starting mix.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoisten the growing medium before sowing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScatter the very small seeds on the surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo not bury the seeds deeply.\u003c\/strong\u003e Press them gently into the surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCover with only a very thin layer of fine vermiculite or soil, approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1–2 mm maximum\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the surface consistently moist using a fine mist or gentle watering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCover the tray with a transparent humidity cover while allowing some ventilation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace it somewhere bright but protected from strong afternoon sunlight.\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 time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1–4 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e, sometimes longer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the seed surface moist but not waterlogged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood light helps young seedlings develop strongly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid temperatures consistently above \u003cstrong\u003e25–28°C\u003c\/strong\u003e during germination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌱 Seedling Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrawberry seedlings are very small and slow-growing at first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide bright light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGive gentle morning sunlight once seedlings are established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain even moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure good air circulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not allow seedlings to sit in standing water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThin overcrowded 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\u003eSpace plants approximately \u003cstrong\u003e25–30 cm apart\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse containers at least \u003cstrong\u003e15–20 cm deep\u003c\/strong\u003e with excellent drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the crown of the strawberry \u003cstrong\u003eat soil level\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not bury the crown, as this can cause rot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant during the cooler part of the day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e☀️ Sunlight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrawberries need plenty of light for good growth and fruiting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide \u003cstrong\u003efull sun to bright partial sun\u003c\/strong\u003e during the cooler Gulf season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMorning and early afternoon sunlight is ideal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect plants from intense afternoon summer sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuring hot weather, provide approximately \u003cstrong\u003e30–50% afternoon shade\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid placing pots on surfaces that become extremely hot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e💧 Watering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the soil \u003cstrong\u003econsistently and lightly moist\u003c\/strong\u003e.\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\u003eAvoid overwatering and permanently wet soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater at the base of the plant when possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulching around the plants can help maintain moisture and keep roots cooler.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌱 Soil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a fertile, loose and 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 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 feeding after the seedlings become established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a balanced fertilizer at a light rate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuring flowering and fruit development, provide adequate potassium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid excessive nitrogen, which can produce abundant foliage but fewer fruits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🍓 Fruiting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘Temptation’ strawberries can produce sweet red fruits under suitable conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the Gulf, the best opportunity for flowering and fruiting is during the \u003cstrong\u003ecooler months\u003c\/strong\u003e. High temperatures can reduce flowering, fruit set and fruit quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest strawberries when they are fully colored and ripe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🔥 Gulf Climate Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCool-season growing is strongly recommended.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid starting seeds during the hottest months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect young plants when temperatures rise above \u003cstrong\u003e30°C\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide afternoon shade during warm periods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the root zone cool with mulch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent drainage is essential, especially in humid coastal areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContainers are useful because plants can be moved to a cooler or shaded location.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid hot concrete, rooftops and metal surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect flowers and developing fruit from extreme heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌱 Growing Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the Gulf, start ‘Strawberry Temptation’ during the cooler season, keep the seed surface moist during germination, provide strong morning light, and protect established plants from intense afternoon heat.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plant World Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48549120049370,"sku":null,"price":2.25,"currency_code":"KWD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0715\/1026\/1978\/files\/6212-TEMPTATION.webp?v=1788561726","url":"https:\/\/www.alldrops.store\/products\/strawberry-temptation","provider":"All Drops Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}