{"product_id":"strawberry-milan-f1","title":"Strawberry F1 Milan","description":"\u003ch1\u003eDescription\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"201\" data-end=\"589\" class=\"\"\u003eStrawberry F1 Milan (Fragaria × ananassa) is a high-yielding, day-neutral hybrid known for its early fruiting, compact growth, and exceptionally sweet, juicy berries. Bred for both gardeners and commercial growers, this variety thrives in South Africa's temperate to subtropical climates, producing consistent harvests from spring through early autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"591\" data-end=\"868\" class=\"\"\u003eIts compact, bushy habit makes it ideal for containers, hanging baskets, or small garden beds, especially where space is limited. The fruit is uniformly red, firm, and flavour-rich, making it perfect for fresh eating, desserts, or preserves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"870\" data-end=\"1117\" class=\"\"\u003eWith its strong disease resistance, excellent fruit set, and ability to perform in a variety of soil types, F1 Milan is a smart and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1018\" data-end=\"1044\"\u003elow-maintenance choice\u003c\/strong\u003e for those seeking quality and productivity in their strawberry crop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"581\" data-end=\"860\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eBenefits\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisease Resistance and Shelf Life\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBred for \u003cstrong data-end=\"2125\" data-start=\"2099\"\u003eresistance to root rot\u003c\/strong\u003e, mildew, and common fungal diseases.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFirm fruit with a long shelf life makes it suitable for small market sales or storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePollinator \u0026amp; Insectary \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports healthy pollinator populations and \u003cstrong data-end=\"1365\" data-start=\"1342\"\u003eboosts biodiversity\u003c\/strong\u003e in your garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbundant flowers attract bees, butterflies, hoverflies, and ladybirds.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompact, Productive and Versatile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGreat for\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eurban gardens, patios, or balcony containers.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eProduces fruit in flushes over the season with minimal maintenance.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIdeal for fresh eating, jams, desserts, and freezing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNutritional and Medicinal \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHigh in vitamin C\u003c\/strong\u003e – supports immune function and collagen production.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eRich in antioxidants (like anthocyanins and ellagic acid) – help reduce inflammation and oxidative stress.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1967\" data-start=\"1894\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eLow calorie and high fibre content supports gut health, blood sugar control, and weight management.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"2006\" data-start=\"1969\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHow To Use\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eStrawberry F1 Milan flourishes under the following conditions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeason\u003c\/strong\u003e: Early Spring or Autumn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: 15-26°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGerminate\u003c\/strong\u003e: 14-21 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDepth\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing\u003c\/strong\u003e: 30x60 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest\u003c\/strong\u003e: 90-120 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 20-25 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering Season\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSpring to late summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFull sun (6+ daily)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal Growing Environment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWell-drained, fertile loamy or sandy soil enriched with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/mushroom-compost\" title=\"Mushroom Compost\"\u003ecompost\u003c\/a\u003e. pH range 5.5–6.5.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eRegular, consistent watering—keep soil moist, especially during flowering and fruiting.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eStart with a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Vegetative\" title=\"Vegetative Fertilisers\"\u003ebalanced organic fertiliser\u003c\/a\u003e; follow with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Flower\" title=\"Flowering Fertiliser\"\u003epotassium and phosphorus-rich feed\u003c\/a\u003e during fruit set.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePrefers moderate humidity (60–70%). Ensure good airflow to reduce fungal diseases.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePerforms well across coastal, Highveld, and temperate regions of South Africa. Use mulch or row covers in cooler zones to protect against light frost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits \u003c\/strong\u003efrom\u003cstrong\u003e being planted alongside \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Lettuce\" title=\"Lettuce Options\"\u003elettuce\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/spinach-swiss-chard-fordhook-giant\" title=\"Swiss Chard Spinach\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003espinach\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/borage\" title=\"Borage\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eborage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/garlic-chives\" title=\"Garlic Chives\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003echives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/onion-texas\" title=\"Onion Texas Grano\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eonions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ebush beans\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/thyme-winter\" title=\"Winter Thyme\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ethyme\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntercropping\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pair with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/borage\" title=\"Borage\"\u003eborage\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/thyme-winter\" title=\"Winter Thyme\"\u003ethyme\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Clover\" title=\"Clover Options\"\u003eclover\u003c\/a\u003e for pest control and soil health.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrop Rotation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Move beds every 3–4 years to avoid soil depletion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Rejuvenation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Plant after legumes \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/peas-greenfeast\" title=\"Peas Greenfeast\"\u003e(peas greenfeast\u003c\/a\u003e) to maintain fertility.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid planting with cabbage\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ecauliflower\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003etomatoes\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003emelons\u003c\/strong\u003e – these may attract pests or compete for nutrients.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor placement of large orders contact us at: office@greenhouston.co.za \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Green Houston","offers":[{"title":"3 Seeds","offer_id":46999984963827,"sku":"","price":49.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"12 Seeds","offer_id":46999984996595,"sku":"","price":149.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/9087\/6044\/files\/StrawberryF1MilanSingle.png?v=1749025703","url":"https:\/\/greenwares.myshopify.com\/products\/strawberry-milan-f1","provider":"Green Houston","version":"1.0","type":"link"}