{"product_id":"red-strawberry-seeds-300-seeds-for-planting","title":"Red Strawberry Seeds – 300 Seeds for Planting","description":"\u003cp\u003eStart a homegrown berry project with this pack of 300 red strawberry seeds. Raise seedlings for sunny garden beds, raised beds, or containers with drainage, and enjoy caring for your plants from their earliest leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackage: 300 seeds for planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerennial fruit plants for sunny growing spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for garden beds and containers with adequate drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeed-grown strawberries develop slowly. Fruiting time depends on variety and growing conditions, and a substantial harvest may not occur until a later season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeeds only; live plants, harvested fruit, pots, and accessories are not included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCold Stratification \u0026amp; Sowing\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBegin indoors about 10–12 weeks before the last expected spring frost, allowing additional time for chilling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCold stratification can help break dormancy. Place seeds in a labeled, sealed container with barely moist seed-starting medium and refrigerate at approximately 35–40°F for 3–4 weeks. Do not freeze.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScatter seeds over the surface of clean, pre-moistened seed-starting mix and press gently into contact. Do not bury; light helps germination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep around 65–75°F in bright light. Mist gently or water from below so the tiny seeds stay in place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain even moisture without waterlogging. If using a clear cover, ventilate regularly and remove it after emergence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGermination often takes 2–6 weeks and can be uneven. Continue caring for the tray patiently.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMove seedlings into individual pots once they have several true leaves, handling them gently.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGradually acclimate seedlings outdoors for 7–10 days, then plant out after frost danger has passed. Space plants approximately 12–18 inches apart, keeping crowns at soil level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose at least 6–8 hours of direct sun daily and fertile, well-drained soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep soil consistently moist, especially during flowering and fruit development, but avoid standing water and wet crowns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater at soil level. Use clean straw mulch around plants to help keep developing fruit off bare soil without covering the crowns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeed established plants with a balanced fertilizer labeled for strawberries according to its directions. Avoid excessive nitrogen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove unwanted runners where they crowd plants. Maintain airflow and remove damaged leaves and spoiled fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow pollinators access to flowers. Protect ripening fruit from birds with securely installed garden netting if needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide winter protection suited to your local climate; container roots are more exposed to cold than roots in the ground.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHarvest\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePick berries when fully red and ripe, clipping or gently pinching the stem above the fruit. Harvest frequently, handle gently, refrigerate promptly, and rinse just before eating.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSeed Disclaimer\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGermination is affected by temperature, environment, and planting techniques. We sell seeds only and do not guarantee 100% germination.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AMERICAN GROWN SEED","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67757015957869,"sku":"ASOS-FEFE-V086","price":9.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1033\/5181\/2461\/files\/1_8492be8f-eac6-4db1-9f76-dd056ef8ecec.png?v=1792604917","url":"https:\/\/americangrownseed.com\/products\/red-strawberry-seeds-300-seeds-for-planting","provider":"AMERICAN GROWN SEED","version":"1.0","type":"link"}