Strawberry seedlings Aroza

Strawberry «Arosa» was born in Italy as a result of crossing varieties "Marmolada"; and Chandler. Through the efforts of breeders, a new variety with an average fruiting period and extended ripening was obtained.

Varie Features

Arosa bushes are compact with spreading medium-sized leaves.  Growing fast, gaining strength during the first season. The inflorescences are large with a beautiful even corolla shape, located above the leaves. Up to ten inflorescences are formed on one bush (up to 10 flowers on each). The number of whiskers is average, which is enough for  reproduction, and at the same time does not thicken the landing.

Arosa fruits are orange-red in color, endowed with a delicate strawberry aroma, juicy sweet pulp with a pleasant aftertaste. The berries are one-sized, rather large, weighing 30-40 gr. Due to the dense texture and elastic skin, the fruits of Aroza are long-lived and tolerate transportation well. They are great for selling fresh berries, freezing, as well as various types of canning in the markets.

The ripening of berries begins in mid-June. The fruits ripen gradually, so they are harvested almost every week.

"Arosa" ideal for commercial cultivation. On an industrial scale, 1 hectare of plantings produces up to 220 centners of berries per season.

Important! Variety «Arosa» designed for cultivation in mild climates. In the southern regions, strawberries feel good even in open ground. Shelter is recommended in cooler climates.

Planting and care

Landing. As a rule, planting strawberries «Arosa» held in early May, but because there is a threat of frost returning, it is recommended to cover the planted bushes. Landing dates may be moved forward in time due to weather conditions.

Site selection criteria:

• a lot of sunlight, without shade and drafts;
• south or southwest direction;
• fertile loamy and sandy soil with neutral acidity;
• deep, at least 1 m, groundwater occurrence;
• No nightshade crops or other strawberries have grown on the plot before.

The soil for planting strawberries is prepared in advance: the earth is dug up with a handful of fertile composition – from humus, peat, mineral fertilizers. All weeds caught in the process of digging are removed from the site. Then the earth is spilled with warm water.

Aroza bushes are planted in rows, leaving equal intervals: between plants – 30 cm, between rows – 40 cm. A strawberry seedling is placed in a hole and covered with earth up to the root collar. Make sure that leaf buds remain on the surface. Then each bush is watered, mulched with sawdust or a special compound.

Irrigation and loosening. «Arosa» loves moisture and needs regular watering. Otherwise, the berry becomes smaller and begins to sour. In compact areas, watering is usually carried out with warm water under the root, in greenhouses and industrial lands, drip irrigation is equipped. It is important that the water jet is not too strong, otherwise the soil will be washed out, exposing the root system. After watering, the soil around the bush is loosened to provide oxygen access, mulched with peat or straw. The bushes are loosened carefully, as the roots lie close to the surface and are easily damaged.

It is important not to forget about the timely removal of weeds on the site so that they do not draw nutrients onto themselves and do not thicken the plantings. Weeds are removed as they appear.

Tip: Arosa's landing on a film or agrofibre keeps the soil moist longer, and also saves gardeners from regular weeding. Under the dark film, the soil warms up well and retains heat, which allows you to get an earlier strawberry harvest.

Feeding «Aroza» nutrients are produced according to the traditional scheme for berries: In the spring, after the snow melts and the soil freezes, nitrogen-containing fertilizers are added to it, a little later – humus and mineral composition for berry plants. In summer and autumn, as a rule, they are fed with phosphorus-potassium supplements. During the growing season – organic compounds, mullein, ash. During the season, from three to five dressings are obtained, which is quite enough for an excellent harvest.

Preparation for winter starts in autumn. After collecting the last ripe berries, the extra whiskers from the strawberries are cut off, this procedure allows the bushes to get stronger and better prepare for wintering. Closer to cold weather, old foliage is removed from strawberries (leaving no more than 30% of green mass), the roots are sprinkled with earth and humus, in cold regions – insulate with sawdust and  agrofibre.

In the spring, as soon as all the snow has melted, dry leaves, branches and other organic debris are removed from the site. As the plants and land move away from wintering, dead and frozen bushes are removed or replaced with new ones. Plantings are loosened between rows, watered with warm water, treated for pests, fed with nitrogen.

Propagation and selection of seedlings

One planting of the variety "Aroza" can give excellent yields 3-4 seasons in a row. After the expiration of the period, it is necessary to update the plantation by planting young bushes. As a rule, mustaches are used for propagation of strawberries: 2-3 shoots from strong healthy bushes are rooted, and in the fall they are separated and planted in a permanent place. In spring, most of the inflorescences are cut off from young plants so that the bush gets stronger and directs all its forces to the formation of a powerful root system.

How to choose seedlings?

If you purchase Aroza seedlings in a nursery or breeders, pay attention to the following qualities:

• Each strawberry seedling intended for planting must have a minimum of five leaves and a well-developed root system.
• The plant should not have the slightest sign of disease or pests. Otherwise, seedlings are rejected.
• If you buy seedlings with delivery to another city – by mail, pay attention to the reliability of the packaging, it is advisable to choose the option with a crate, this reduces the likelihood of damage to plants during loading and transportation.
• It is important to pay attention to the security of the root system, it is preferable that it be of a closed type with an earthy clod (for example, rooted in a cup with earth). So you can transplant plants without damaging the root system, and the seedling adapts more easily to new conditions.

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