homestead how-to
– June-bearing: June-bearing varieties produce many berries from mid-June to early July. – Ever-bearing: Also known as perpetual strawberries, these produce two crops yearly. – Day Neutrals: produce berries steadily throughout the growing season.
Strawberries need full sun to produce lots of berries, so choose a spot that gets at least 6 hours of sunlight each day (although 10 hours is even better).
SELECT BEST LOCATION
You can plant strawberries as soon as the soil can be worked in the spring. In most areas, this is usually from late April until the end of May.
When to plant strawberries
Space strawberry plants roughly 12 inches apart in rows 3-4 feet wide to allow good air circulation and reduce the chance of disease.
HOW TO PLANT STRAWBERRIES
The first year is critical for any perennial, so it is important to give your strawberries a little extra care when they are just starting.
SPECIAL CARE IN THE FIRST YEAR