We've been inundated with questions about strawberries, so we're answering your requests!
Tropical Zone Whilst you can grow strawberries in the tropics, it's best to wait until April or May to plant them, but this time of year you'll also need to be very careful of fungal diseases, especially powdery mildew: Organic Fungicides Fact Sheet Subtropical Zone Yes, you can grow strawberries from seed! Here's how: Strawberries From Seeds and Runners Fact Sheet Temperate Zone The very best climate for growing strawberries! Here are a few tips to get the best out of your berries: Growing Strawberries Arid Zone Why limit yourself to the common strawberry varieties that you buy at the shops? Many cultivars bred in Japan over the last ten years have excellent flavour, so try some of these instead: Sumptuous Strawberries Fact Sheet Cool Zone Growing strawberries in raised containers is a great option because it keeps the fruit off the ground, lessening the chance it rotting. Here's a terrific weekend project - a strawberry table to add to your garden: Strawberry Table Fact Sheet And if you want some ideas of what to plant in the vegie patch, don't forget to visit The Vegie Guide or Download the App |