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When to Plant Strawberry in Zone 2A

USDA Zone

2A

Cities Covered

27

Avg Last Frost

Monday, June 1, 2026

Plant Type

Direct Sow

📅 Planting Calendar for Zone 2A

Direct Sow Outdoors Monday, May 4, 2026

Pro Tip: Strawberry can be directly sown outdoors. Plant 4 weeks before your last frost date.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Fragaria × ananassa
Days to Maturity 90 days
Sun Requirements Full Sun (6-8 hours)
Plant Spacing 18" apart

🤝 Companion Plants for Strawberry

Good Companions

Bush beanLettuceOnionSpinachThyme

Avoid Planting Near

BrassicasFennelKohlrabi
See the full companion planting guide for Strawberry →

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Growing Strawberry in USDA Zone 2A

Strawberry (Fragaria × ananassa) grows well in USDA Hardiness Zone 2A. This zone includes cities like Anchorage, Takotna, Eielson Afb and 24 more.

The average last frost date for Zone 2A is around Monday, June 1, 2026. Strawberry can be directly sown outdoors around Monday, May 4, 2026.

Expect to harvest your Strawberry approximately 90 days after planting.