Today, there are a huge number of strawberry varieties, but the Roxana variety deserves special attention. In our article we will tell about its features, rules of disembarkation and care, as well as how to deal with pests and diseases attacking strawberries.
Description and characteristics of the variety
When creating this variety, breeders focused on high yields, and their efforts were justified. Strawberry bush varieties "Roxana" has an average height and compact foliage. Peduncles elongated, and inflorescences are flush with the foliage. The first harvest gives the largest berries - the weight of one can be 28 g. In the future, the weight of the berries gradually decreases. 
The berries have a cone-shaped shape, but the variety has a tendency to ripen fruits that have an irregular shape, namely, forked at the end. But even with this shape, strawberries look very juicy and have a beautiful red color. That is what contributes to a good selling variety. The foliage is quite large, painted in green.
Plant on your site such delicious strawberry varieties as: "Queen Elizabeth", "Elsanta", "Marshal", "Asia", "Albion", "Malvina", "Masha", "Tsarina", "Russian Size", " Festival, Kimberly and Lord.When evaluating experts, the grade received the following points:
- tastes - 4.6-5.0 points;
- transportability - 4.5-5.0 points;
- winter hardiness - up to -20 ° ะก.
Important! Avoid accumulation of moisture on the leaves in sunny and hot weather, as this is fraught with burns for plants.Up to 1.2 kg of berries can be harvested from one bush. The main advantages of the variety include:
- high yield;
- ripening of large and bright fruits;
- long storage;
- presentable;
- the presence of a good dessert taste.
Breeding
Since all the forces of the plant are aimed at the formation of berries, there are not so many whiskers. If you plan to multiply strawberries - leave no more than 2 outlets on the bush, since the rest still will not develop properly. It is noted that when using seedlings of medium size, the deformation of the berries is weak.
Terms and rules of landing
For planting varieties suitable both spring and early autumn. In order for the plant to better adapt and quickly take root, it is best to hold this event in mid-August. This variety is quite picky about the landing site, so it is best to choose elevated, well-lit areas. If the landing is carried out in the spring, it is better to perform it immediately after the snow melts and the ground warms up.
Strawberries can also be grown at home, in a greenhouse, and without soil.
Step-by-step instruction
We offer you a step-by-step instruction on planting strawberries:
- First you need to make a groove, which will be planted bushes.
- Then prepare the wells - dig not too deep holes, the distance between which should be 30-35 cm.
- After that, carefully place the roots in the upright position in the holes.
- Fill the wells with soil and slightly compacted.
- Moisten the soil with water.
Single row landing is used much less frequently than double row, three row and five row. The fact is that the location of several rows in a row allows you to achieve a higher yield. In this case, the distance between the rows should be about 30 cm.Did you know? The biggest strawberry was grown in 2015 by the farmer Koji Nakao in the Japanese city of Fukuoka. The whole fruit was 250 g.Planting strawberries, should pay special attention to the soil, watering and fertilizing. Consider these points in more detail.
Priming
For the planting of the Roxana variety, it is better to choose fertile soils that have a slightly acidic reaction, since in low-fertile plants the plant will take root for a long time and give a bad harvest. Falling asleep hole, you should choose a crumbly ground, without large lumps. 
Top dressing
When planting bushes, it is recommended to carry out top dressing, adding a little humus to the soil. During irrigation, it is necessary to apply liquid fertilizers that will stimulate the growth of strawberries.
Watering
When planting a plant, only warm water can be used for irrigation. Even better - if this water is settled. No need to immediately fill the bush, just a few glasses to the root system was powered. 
How to care
To get a rich and beautiful crop of strawberries "Roxana", the plant needs appropriate care.
Pruning
It is mandatory to remove dried leaves and old flower stalks from the previous season from the site. When you notice that the bushes are too overgrown, it is worth to prune them. Do not be afraid to prune the shoots: the fact that only one heart with green leaves remains on the bush is quite normal. Try pruning carefully so as not to touch the pollen. Branches that have been cut, it is necessary to burn in order to protect the remaining plants from possible pests and diseases.
Find out when to trim the leaves and strawberry mustache.
Preventive spraying
In early spring, it is imperative to carry out preventive treatment of the bushes. This will protect plants from pests and diseases. Effective are the means "Fitosporin" and "Fitotsid".
Top dressing
In the spring, it is recommended to feed the plants with nitrogen fertilizers, since the plant needs them most of all during the growing season. You can water strawberries with liquid fertilizer or scatter feedings under the bushes. With liquid feeding usually take 10 liters of water and 20 g of ammonium nitrate. 
Watering
Watering should be given special attention. Moisten the soil should be regularly, especially in the period after planting and during flowering. On 1 square. m will need about 10 liters of water.
Important! Since the variety produces mostly large berries, which in most cases fall on the ground under their weight, be sure to mulch the soil so that rot and mold do not appear in it.The most commonly used method of sprinkling. Water for irrigation needs to be taken cool and separated. The frequency of watering depends on how dry the soil is - as soon as it becomes crusted, it is worth moistening the soil. During flowering to water the bushes can only be at the root, so as not to damage the inflorescences or berries.
Read also how often to water strawberries.
Loosening
Loosening should be done very carefully, since the root system is located close to the surface and is fairly easy to damage. Regular loosening will help retain moisture in the soil. It is recommended to spud each bush. However, be careful not to cover the core with soil. In order that weeds do not spoil the appearance of the bushes and the crop, it is recommended to plant mustard between the beds. 
Shelter
Despite good frost resistance, in the absence of snow cover strawberries can quickly freeze out. To prevent this, it is recommended to cover the plant for the winter. As a shelter suitable lapnik, special agrofibre, snow-holding shields.
Fight against diseases and pests
Unfortunately, the Roxana variety is subject to various fungal diseases and ailments. In order for the bushes not to attack the red ants, slugs, centipedes and snails, it is recommended to perform metaldehyde treatment (3 g per 1 sq. M) before starting flowering. Usually the causes of damage to the bushes pests and diseases are improper watering, too frequent plantings, excess dressings and lack of pruning.
Did you know? Strawberry is the only berry in the world whose seeds are located on its surface, and not inside.The plant has resistance to powdery mildew and bacterial burn. Most often, strawberry "Roxanne" affects black spot. Ailment refers to the fungal diseases that usually manifest themselves in May and June. To prevent the occurrence of this disease, it is necessary in early spring and after the crop is harvested, it is necessary to process the bushes with the help of Bordeaux mixture.
To prevent attacks of thrips, aphids and ticks, and to combat these pests, the bushes are sprayed with such drugs as Actofit and Aktellik. Strawberry variety "Roxanne" - very tasty and beautiful berry, which can be used for sale. Due to the presence of excellent taste and rich in vitamins composition, it will be an excellent delicacy in the summer.
