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When to plant strawberries

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Strawberries planting guide

Plant bare-root crowns in early spring, 3-4 weeks before the last frost.

Frost-tolerant (cool-season) crop. Typical days to maturity: perennial.

Strawberries planting dates by zone

ZoneStart indoorsTransplant
Zone 3–Apr 29 – May 20
Zone 4–Apr 19 – May 10
Zone 5–Apr 9 – Apr 30
Zone 6–Mar 30 – Apr 20
Zone 7–Mar 20 – Apr 10
Zone 8–Mar 4 – Mar 25
Zone 9–Feb 4 – Feb 25
Zone 10–Jan 10 – Jan 31

Based on average frost dates for each zone in 2027; check your local frost date.

FAQ

When should I plant strawberries?

Plant bare-root crowns in early spring, 3-4 weeks before the last frost.

How long do strawberries take to grow?

This is a perennial/long-season crop; see the notes above.

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