Garden strawberry
One strawberry plant can yield up to 1 kg of berries per season with proper care.
Garden strawberry is one of the most beloved berry crops, having won the hearts of gardeners across the globe. This hybrid originates from the cross-breeding of two South American species and was first cultivated in France during the eighteenth century. Today, strawberries grow almost everywhere—from modest vegetable gardens to commercial plantations—because they combine incredible productivity with undemanding care requirements.
Garden strawberry plants are easily recognised by their glossy, heart-shaped leaves and charming white flowers that bloom from May onwards. Each bush bears several flowering stems on which bright red berries develop simultaneously. The market offers an enormous diversity of cultivars—from early varieties such as 'Elsanta', which produce crops as early as June, to remontant types that fruit throughout the summer. Some varieties produce berries the size of walnuts, whilst others impress with their yield abundance and harvest consistency.
In the garden, strawberries become true queens of the berry beds. They make excellent companions for raspberries and currants, creating a harmonious berry corner. A single well-tended plant can yield up to one kilogramme of sweet berries per season—a figure that makes even a small plot financially rewarding for the gardener. Strawberries flourish in both sunny locations and partial shade, making them versatile for gardens of various configurations.
Interestingly, garden strawberries mature earlier than most other berry crops—the first berries can be harvested as early as May or June. This makes them an excellent choice for those who cannot wait for summer harvests. Moreover, growing strawberries requires no specialist knowledge: regular watering, especially during fruit ripening, and simple removal of old foliage in autumn are sufficient. If your garden does not yet have a strawberry bed—now is the time to plant one!
Garden strawberry — planting & location
Berries ripen first among berry crops (May–June).
How to water Garden strawberry
Essential during berry ripening.
Fertilizing and pruning: Garden strawberry
Remove old foliage and runners (if not propagating).