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Strawberry crop guide for Missouri gardeners
The number one fruitcrop for Missouri gardeners is the strawberry, easy to grow and not choosy about soils. Best with plenty of organic matter and a pH range of 5.5 to 6.5. Plant as soon as soil can be worked in spring by March 15 in the south and by April 15 in the north. Space 2 feet apart in rows 3.5 to 4 feet apart. Set plants at mid crown depth and spread roots to aid early development. Recommended varieties include Surecrop Sparkie Sunrise with second choices Poca harmontas Blackmore Earthdawn. Remove blooms the first season to promote runners. The passage ends mid-sentence with best adapted.
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