White strawberries are a special variety of strawberries popular for their unique appearance and sweet taste. Compared to traditional red strawberries, white strawberries have a unique appearance that has a pale yellow or white fruit when ripe and typically have higher sugar content and lower acidity.
Appearance Features
Fruit: White strawberry fruits are usually small, light yellow or cream in color when ripe, and have tiny red seeds on the surface. The flesh is usually white and has a fine texture.
Leaves: The leaves are dark green, palmately compound, with serrated edges and smooth leaf surfaces.
Plant: White strawberry plants are short and compact, making them suitable for growing in pots or small gardens.
Watch And Eat
Edible: White strawberries have a sweet taste and are suitable for eating as is, or used to make jam, salads or desserts. Its unique color also makes it ideal for garnishing dishes.
Ornamental: Due to their unique appearance, white strawberries are also commonly used in garden decorations, adding a unique flavor to the garden.
Growth Habits
Growing environment: White strawberries prefer a sunny and warm environment. They are not very demanding on soil but do best in well-drained loam soil.
Cold tolerance: White strawberries generally have some resistance to cold, but still require protection at extreme low temperatures
Cultivation and Maintenance
⛰️Soil: Choose soil rich in organic matter and make sure the soil drains well to avoid root rot.
💧Watering: Water regularly and keep the soil slightly moist, especially during fruit development, but avoid standing water.
🪴Fertilizer: A balanced fertilizer can be applied during the growing season to promote healthy growth and abundant fruit.
✂️Pruning: Regularly pruning old leaves and dead flowers can improve ventilation and light and promote new growth.
Strawberry Care Tips
🦠Diseases: Pingpong chrysanthemums are relatively immune to disease, but in humid conditions downy mildew or powdery mildew may occur.
🐛Pests: Common pests include aphids and snails. Regular inspection of plants can detect problems in time.