How to Grow Strawberry

Sow Strawberry seeds directly in the garden 4 weeks before your last frost date. Use the search on this page to find exact dates for your location.

Strawberry typically matures in about 90 days from planting. Exact timing varies by variety, soil conditions, and local climate.

Strawberry does best when direct sown outdoors. Plant seeds directly in the garden at the appropriate time based on your local frost dates.

Strawberry requires full sun (6-8 hours) to thrive.

Space Strawberry plants 18 inches apart to allow adequate airflow and root development.

Strawberry has regular (1-2 inches/week) water needs. Consistent moisture is important especially during germination and early growth.

Yes — seed saving difficulty for Strawberry is rated easy. Let berries fully ripen and begin to dry on the plant, or freeze ripe berries and thaw to extract seeds. Blend ripe berries with water, strain out pulp, spread seeds on a paper towel and dry for 1 week.

Properly dried and stored Strawberry seeds remain viable for up to 2 years. Store in a cool, dark, dry location in an airtight container with a silica gel packet for best results.

Yes — Strawberry is open-pollinated, meaning seeds saved from your harvest will grow plants true to the parent variety. This makes it an excellent candidate for building a self-sustaining garden.