If you want to grow juicy and large berries on your plot, pay attention to proven strawberry varieties. Here are five of the best options that will delight even novice gardeners with a harvest.
First you need to decide on the basic selection criteria. When purchasing seedlings, pay attention to winter hardiness, disease resistance and taste of the berries. It is also important to consider the timing of fruiting and the characteristics of caring for each variety.
Alba is perfect for the middle zone. This is an early variety with large bright red berries. Strawberries ripen at the end of May and have a pleasant sweet taste with a slight sourness. If you dream of a long-lasting harvest, pay attention to Elsanta. This strawberry will delight you with ripe fruits from June to August.
For those who value versatility, we recommend Honey. This variety is perfect for both fresh consumption and preparations. The berries are large, with dense pulp and rich aroma. And “Kimberly” will surprise you with the caramel flavor of the fruit and high yield of up to 2 kg per bush.
If your area is small, pay attention to compact varieties. “Alba” and “Honey” feel great even in limited areas. And for lovers of unusual tastes, we suggest trying “White Dream”. This is a variety with creamy white fruits and a subtle pineapple aroma.
Particular attention should be paid to disease resistance. “Elsanta” and “Kimberly” show high resistance to powdery mildew and gray rot. And “Alba” will additionally please you with its winter hardiness. It can withstand frosts down to -30 degrees.
When planting, remember the correct proximity. Strawberries get along well with garlic, onions and marigolds, but it is best to avoid planting next to raspberries and roses. It is also important to choose a sunny location with well-drained soil. This is the key to successful cultivation of any variety.
