Herb Alpine Strawberry a Winter season herb, Sow when night , Temperature is 20-25°C, Plant Height: 10 cm, Edible parts: Fruits are edible , Fruit size: 1-2 cm , Sowing distance: 15 cm Plant to Plant, Best for: Bed Sowing/pots , Sowing method: Seedling , Growing Strawberry Seeds: Use a seed tray to start them off in.Seedlings will do best in a very slightly acidic soil – mix in a small handful of ericaceous soil to your potting mix or compost to give them a fighting chance.Tip: The seeds are more likely to germinate if they have been sat in the freezer for a week or two before being sown. Sprinkle your seeds onto the soil and then lightly sprinkle a thin layer of sieved compost or potting mix over them – just enough to cover the seeds.Moisten with water (a spray bottle works well) and allow to germinate on a windowsill or in daylight for anything up to a month. Keep the soil moist to the touch but not wet, and do not allow it to dry out or they will die quickly. Companion Planting : These little plants respond strongly to nearby plants. Couple them with beans, borage, garlic, lettuce, onions, peas, spinach, and thyme. Avoid Brassicas and fennel.