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Planting & Care

Everbearing Strawberry Planting Guide

Everbearing strawberries are a fantastic choice for home gardens, as they produce multiple harvests of sweet, delicious berries throughout the growing season. Unlike June-bearing varieties, which produce fruit once a year, everbearing strawberries yield berries in spring, summer, and early fall, making them a favorite for extended harvests. Here's how to plant and care for your everbearing strawberry plants:

1. Planting Instructions

  • Location: Choose a spot that receives full sun (6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily) for the best fruit production. Everbearing strawberries prefer well-lit areas and can thrive in USDA zones 4-8.
  • Soil Preparation: Strawberries prefer well-draining, fertile soil with a slightly acidic pH (5.5-6.5). Mix organic matter like compost into the soil to enrich it and improve drainage. Raised beds are also an excellent option for better drainage, especially in areas with heavy or clay-like soils.
  • Planting Depth and Spacing: Dig a hole deep enough so that the roots are fully covered but the crown (where the stems meet the roots) remains at the soil surface. Plant strawberries about 12 inches apart, leaving about 18-24 inches between rows. This spacing gives the plants enough room to spread and allows for air circulation, which helps prevent disease.
  • Mulching: After planting, apply a 1-2 inch layer of mulch, such as straw or shredded leaves, around the plants to retain moisture, suppress weeds, and keep the berries clean. Keep the mulch a few inches away from the crowns to prevent rot.

2. Care Instructions (Establishment Period)

  • Watering: Water the plants well after planting and keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy during the establishment period. Strawberries need about 1 inch of water per week. Water at the base of the plant to avoid wetting the leaves, which can encourage fungal diseases.
  • Fertilizing: After planting, you won’t need to fertilize during the first few weeks. After the initial growth spurt, apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer or an organic fertilizer like compost tea in early spring. Fertilize again lightly after the first harvest to support the next round of fruit production.
  • Pinching Runners: Everbearing strawberries produce runners (long stems that produce baby plants). For stronger plants and higher fruit yields, pinch off the runners during the first year to direct the plant’s energy into fruit production rather than spreading.

3. Maintenance and Long-Term Care

  • Pruning: Throughout the growing season, remove any dead or damaged leaves and spent flowers to encourage new growth and prevent disease. After the first harvest, you may also lightly trim back any excessive growth to keep the plants tidy and healthy.
  • Pest and Disease Control: Strawberries are susceptible to common pests like slugs, aphids, and spider mites. You can use insecticidal soap or neem oil to manage pest problems. For slugs, consider placing copper tape or diatomaceous earth around the plants as a barrier. Strawberries are also prone to fungal diseases such as gray mold, so ensure proper air circulation and avoid wetting the leaves when watering.
  • Winter Care: In colder climates (zones 4-6), apply a thicker layer of mulch (like straw) over the plants in late fall to protect the crowns from freezing temperatures. In warmer climates (zones 7-8), winter protection is not usually necessary, but a light mulch can still help keep the soil temperature stable.

4. Container Growing (Optional)

Everbearing strawberries grow well in containers, hanging baskets, or strawberry pots. Here’s what to keep in mind:

  • Container Size: Choose a pot at least 12 inches in diameter, with good drainage holes to prevent root rot. If you use a strawberry tower or tiered pot, make sure each tier has good airflow and drainage.
  • Soil: Use a high-quality, well-draining potting mix or one designed for container-grown vegetables.
  • Watering: Container-grown strawberries tend to dry out more quickly than those planted in the ground, so check soil moisture frequently and water as soon as the top inch of soil feels dry. Keep the soil moist but never waterlogged.
  • Fertilizing: Fertilize container-grown strawberries more often, about every 4-6 weeks, as nutrients tend to leach out more quickly in pots.

Continuous harvest: Produces sweet, juicy strawberries from late spring through fall, ideal for fresh eating or desserts.

Compact and versatile: Perfect for garden beds, containers, or hanging baskets, growing 8-10 inches tall.

Low-maintenance: Requires minimal care, with excellent disease resistance and adaptability to various climates.

Description

Everbearing Strawberry – Sweet Strawberries All Season Long

Enjoy a continuous harvest of juicy, homegrown strawberries with the Everbearing Strawberry! This productive variety is a favorite among gardeners for its ability to produce sweet, delicious strawberries from late spring through fall. Unlike traditional strawberry plants that only fruit once, Everbearing strawberries give you multiple crops throughout the growing season, ensuring a steady supply of fresh berries for months. With their compact size and low-maintenance care, these strawberries are perfect for containers, raised beds, or garden borders, offering a tasty and rewarding experience for gardeners of all levels.

Key Benefits of Everbearing Strawberry

  • Multiple Harvests: Everbearing Strawberry plants produce fruit in waves—first in late spring, then throughout summer, and again in early fall. This means you can enjoy fresh strawberries almost all season long!
  • Sweet and Flavorful Berries: The berries from this variety are firm, juicy, and wonderfully sweet, making them perfect for fresh eating, baking, jams, and freezing for later use.
  • Compact and Versatile: With a compact growth habit, Everbearing Strawberries are ideal for small spaces, whether grown in containers, hanging baskets, or garden beds. Their size makes them a great option for urban gardeners or those with limited space.
  • Low-Maintenance and Easy to Grow: These strawberries are low-maintenance and easy to care for, making them a great choice for beginner gardeners or anyone looking for an easy, rewarding crop.
  • Attractive Plants: In addition to delicious fruit, Everbearing Strawberry plants offer ornamental value with their bright green foliage, white spring flowers, and vibrant red berries, adding beauty to your garden or patio.

Ideal Placement and Uses

The Everbearing Strawberry is versatile and fits well in a variety of gardening setups:

  • Containers and Hanging Baskets: Grow Everbearing Strawberries in containers or hanging baskets to save space and easily access fresh berries on your patio, balcony, or porch.
  • Raised Beds and Garden Borders: These compact plants are perfect for raised garden beds or along the edges of your garden, where their continuous fruiting can brighten up any space.
  • Edible Gardens: Incorporate Everbearing Strawberries into your edible garden or mix them into your flower beds for both ornamental value and a steady supply of fresh fruit.
  • Strawberry Patches: Plant multiple Everbearing Strawberry plants together to create a dedicated strawberry patch for larger harvests, perfect for families or those who love to preserve their fruit.

Growing Tips for Everbearing Strawberry

Everbearing Strawberries are easy to grow, with just a few key care tips to ensure success:

  • Sunlight: Plant your strawberries in full sun (6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily) for the best fruit production. In hotter climates, afternoon shade can help protect the plants from scorching.
  • Soil: Everbearing Strawberries thrive in well-draining, fertile soil with a slightly acidic pH (around 5.5-6.5). Add compost or organic matter to improve soil fertility and drainage.
  • Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged. Water the plants at the base, avoiding wetting the leaves and fruit to prevent disease. Mulching around the plants helps retain moisture and keeps the berries clean.
  • Fertilizing: Use a balanced fertilizer or an organic compost early in the growing season to promote healthy growth and fruit production. Fertilize again after the first harvest to encourage continuous fruiting.
  • Pruning: Remove runners as they appear to direct the plant’s energy into producing more fruit instead of spreading. Trim away dead or yellowing leaves to keep plants healthy and productive.
  • Winter Care: In colder climates, provide winter protection by covering the plants with straw or mulch to insulate them from freezing temperatures. In containers, move them to a protected area.

Enjoy Homegrown Strawberries with Everbearing Strawberry

With its continuous fruiting and easy-care nature, the Everbearing Strawberry is a must-have for any home gardener. Whether you grow them in a container on your patio or plant a full strawberry patch, you’ll enjoy a steady supply of sweet, juicy berries throughout the season. Perfect for fresh eating, homemade jams, or freezing for later, Everbearing Strawberries are as versatile as they are delicious.

Order your Everbearing Strawberry plants today from Nationwide Plants and start growing your own fresh, delicious strawberries! With our fast, reliable shipping and high-quality plants, you’ll be enjoying homegrown berries all season long in no time.

The Everbearing Strawberry thrives in Zones 4-8

Growing Zones for the Everbearing Strawberry

If you live in the green area above, we recommend the Everbearing Strawberry.

 Growing Zones 4-8
Mature Height 8-10 in.
Mature Width 12 in.
Cannot Ship To AZ, OR
Sunlight Full Sun
Botanical Name Fragaria × ananassa
The Everbearing Strawberry thrives in Zones 4-8
Growing Zones for the Everbearing Strawberry
If you live in the green area above, we recommend the Everbearing Strawberry.
Growing Zones 4-8
Mature Height 8-10 in.
Mature Width 12 in.
Cannot Ship To AZ, OR
Sunlight: Full Sun
Botanical Name Fragaria × ananassa
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