How to Germinate Alpine Strawberries

Freeze alpine strawberry seeds for three or four weeks before you want to plant them, if desired. The freezing temperatures help the seeds break dormancy, and this aids germination.

Fill a container with seed-starting mix. Spread alpine strawberry seeds 1 inch apart on the surface of the mix.

Press the seeds into the soil. Covering is unnecessary, but seeds will still germinate if covered with up to 1/8 inch of soil. Sprinkle a small bit of sand on the surface to hold the seeds down.

Put the alpine strawberry seeds in a sunny spot, or provide powerful artificial lighting. Set the container where temperatures range between 60 and 70 degrees Fahrenheit.

Mist the soil to keep it damp. Never let the soil dry out. Place a plastic lid over the container to keep moisture in, if desired. Seeds germinate as early as seven days after planting, though some germinate up to six weeks after planting.