Crop guides
How deep should I plant strawberry crowns in cocopeat?
Pay attention to crown position and root placement during planting.
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Why do strawberry flower trusses break near the crown?
Inspect mechanical loading and handling as well as plant condition. A heavy cluster may need support that does not damage the truss.
Teral grower guidance · Updated 27 October 2026
BerryYour crop guides guideTHE COCOPEAT CONNECTION
Why the root zone matters
Bag height and gutter position influence how flower trusses bend over an edge.
01 / OBSERVE
Three checks before you change anything
- Locate the break and check for abrasion against the bag or gutter.
- Review fruit load and the angle of unsupported trusses.
- Observe handling during training and harvest.
02 / NARROW IT DOWN
What causes the bending?
Choose the closest observation for a suggested next check.
Sharp container edge
Review a smooth crop-appropriate support arrangement.
Fruit weight pulls sharply downward
Adjust support as the cluster enlarges without constricting the truss.
Breakage follows handling
Train the team to support clusters and avoid abrupt movement.
03 / TAKE THE NEXT STEP
Leave with something useful
Inspect intact trusses in the same position to prevent repeat damage.
Keep in mind
Do not tie a truss tightly enough to restrict its growth or transport.
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