When it comes to planting strawberries in your garden, raised beds, or a little patch in your backyard – a few simple planting tips can go a long way in helping you grow a sizable harvest for years to come!
There is nothing quite like the taste of home-grown strawberries. In fact, the flavor and freshness simply can’t be beat. Once you grow your own and experience the flavor of a just-picked berry, you might find it hard to ever buy them at the grocery again.
Strawberries are a wonderful crop to plant for those looking for a reliable perennial source of fruit. Not only are they fairly easy to plant and maintain, they don’t require a tremendous amount of space to grow a significant crop. Or at least one big enough for fresh eating and making a few pies and jars of jelly!
With that in mind, here is a look at how to plant and grow your own strawberry plants from start to finish, including a look at how to maintain your crop from year to year to keep it producing strong. We have also included a few excellent varieties at the end of the article to help those looking for great types to grow.
