Strawberries in Fyning

Fragaria × ananassa

Strawberry
Strawberry · Fragaria × ananassa

A hardy perennial fruit that does well in most UK gardens. Plant in a sunny, sheltered spot with free-draining soil or compost, and keep it watered while the roots settle and the fruit swells.

25 cm · Full Sun · Moderate Water

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Calibrated to Fyning · last frost ≈ 7 May

Plant out April to May, harvest June to July. Frost risk October to May.
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Growing guide

Step-by-step instructions for growing Strawberry

  1. 01

    Plant Runners

    7 Apr to 21 May

    Plant bare-root runners around 7th April - 21st May in well-prepared soil. Set the crowns at soil level, space plants apart, and water in thoroughly straight away.

  2. 02

    Water to Establish Roots

    29 Apr to 19 Oct

    Keep the soil evenly moist from 29th April through the first growing season, especially in dry spells. Water at the base rather than over the leaves to help avoid mould and fruit rot.

  3. 03

    Mulch and Feed

    23 Apr to 21 May every 365 days

    From 23rd April, mulch around the plants with well-rotted compost or manure, leaving the crown clear. Repeat every 365 days to hold moisture in and support fruiting.

  4. 04

    Net Plants

    21 Jun to 1 Jul

    Put netting over the plants from 21st June before the fruits start to colour. Fix it well clear of the foliage so birds cannot reach the berries.

  5. 05

    Harvest Fruit

    21 Jun to 21 Jul

    Pick ripe berries from 21st June as soon as they are fully coloured and come away easily. Harvest regularly over 21st June - 21st July, and pick in the morning for the best flavour.

  6. 06

    Remove Runners

    21 Jul to 5 Aug

    From 21st July, lift or cut away unwanted runners after harvest so the plant puts its energy into next year’s crop. Keep a few strong runners if you want to replace older plants.

Companion plants

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Good companions

Plants to avoid

Why companion planting matters

Companion planting can deter pests, improve pollination, and make better use of space. Some plants confuse pests or attract beneficial insects; others improve soil or offer shade to neighbours that need it.

Suggested varieties

Popular varieties of Strawberry to consider

Mara des Bois

A fragrant, late-cropping type with a good dessert flavour.

Cambridge Favourite

A reliable early variety for open ground and containers.

Hapil

A strong-cropping mid-season variety with large, glossy fruit.

Florence

A late-season variety that crops well and usually holds fruit for longer.

Strawberry guides by town

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