🍓 Alpine Strawberry

Sowing window (UK)	February to April
Minimum soil temperature	5°C at seed depth
Spacing	30 cm apart
Days to germination	28 days
Days to harvest	150 days
Sowing method	Start under cover, transplant out
Frost hardy	Yes
Sun	partial-shade
Watering	moderate
Plant family	Rosaceae

When should I sow Alpine Strawberry in the UK?

In the UK, sow Alpine Strawberry from February to April. It is normally started under cover and transplanted. Wait until the soil has reached 5°C at seed depth rather than going by the calendar - alpine strawberry will sit and rot in cold ground.

What soil temperature does Alpine Strawberry need to germinate?

Alpine Strawberry needs a minimum soil temperature of 5°C at seed depth to germinate reliably. Below that, germination is slow and patchy, and seed is more likely to rot than sprout. Measure at around 5cm down, in the morning, rather than trusting air temperature.

How deep and how far apart should I sow Alpine Strawberry?

For Alpine Strawberry, space plants 30cm apart.

How long does Alpine Strawberry take to grow?

Alpine Strawberry takes roughly 150 days from sowing to harvest. Seed usually germinates in about 28 days.

Is Alpine Strawberry frost hardy?

Yes. Alpine Strawberry is frost hardy and will stand through UK frosts, so it can be left out over winter in most of the country.

Sowing data cross-checked against RHS growing guides and UK seed-merchant catalogues. Soil temperatures are the minimum for reliable germination, measured at seed depth.