In the last month of summer, it is necessary to perform a lot of work relating to the care of plants. But the harvest next year will be rich. Adding strawberries in August after pruning is one such exercise.
It should be noted that fertilizers are not applied to the four-year-old bush, since the next year will be the last for the plant.
What kind of fertilizer to make in the autumn under strawberries?
Most often in August, organic fertilizers for strawberries are applied as a fertilizer. In the opinion of gardeners, they are the best choice, because they are quality and environmentally-natural. But it should be noted that all their benefits will only be revealed if used correctly. It is possible to distinguish such types of organic fertilizers:
- usual manure - cow, horse or pig. It contains a large amount of nitrogen, so necessary for the soil. But in its fresh form it is not used, because it can burn down the roots. In addition, it contains seeds of weeds. Manure is introduced every 2-3 years. Its positive effect will be on strawberries for 5 years;
- one of the best options is the use of humus . It is safe for the plant, cleaned of weed seeds;
- A great popularity is enjoyed by such organic fertilizer as chicken manure . It is also rich in nitrogen, why the berries grow large, rich in color and taste. The only point that should be paid attention to - the excess of chicken manure as a fertilizer will lead to a decrease in sugar in berries. Incorrect application of fertilizer can entail the fact that the bush can "burn". To prevent this, the chicken manure is diluted with water, observing the proportions.
Mineral fertilizers for strawberries are no less useful. Like the previous type of fertilizer, they have their pros and cons. If it is impossible to get organic fertilizing, the store purchases mineral fertilizers. They contain the nutrients that the plant needs. It is best to use complex fertilizers containing magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, nitrogen. They are brought in when planting strawberries in a new place.
Adding strawberries after pruning leaves is done with a solution of water mixed with wood ash. It only needs to add 30 grams of potassium fertilizer. If you spray them with shrubs, then strawberries will accurately repay a good harvest next year.
What fertilizer to bring in the autumn under a strawberry, solves each gardener individually. The important thing is not to forget about him at all. Irrelevant. Will the strawberry be transplanted or remain in the old place, feeding before wintering is mandatory.