Strawberry is a kind of fruit, but from the botanical point of view, fruit refers to the fruit developed from the ovary of a plant, which contains seeds. According to this definition, strawberry can only be regarded as a kind of flower and fruit, and it will mature around May.

Nutritional value of strawberry

Strawberry tastes sweet and sour, with rich fragrance, but it varies according to different fruit varieties. The most common way to eat is to eat directly. In addition, it can also be made into strawberry jam, strawberry syrup, strawberry pie, strawberry banji, strawberry juice and so on.

1, supplementary nutrition: strawberries contain vitamins, sugar and organic acids. If eaten properly, it can supplement vitamin C, enhance physical fitness, and have the effect of invigorating spleen and appetizing.

2, nourishing the heart and calming the nerves: From the perspective of Chinese medicine, strawberries in the heart can alleviate symptoms such as irritability, upset, insomnia and dreaminess, which is conducive to promoting sleep.

Strawberry producing area and planting

Strawberries are native to South America, and the common producing areas in China are Liaoning, Hebei, Shanghai, Shandong, Jiangsu, Zhejiang and other provinces, among which Anqiu strawberry and Longkou strawberry in Shandong are the most famous, with the characteristics of high yield and good quality.

Strawberries can be planted in March and April in spring or July and August in summer. The soil should be loose, fertile and acidic, and the seeds should be soaked for 8- 12 hours before sowing.