Strawberry plants (Fragaria x ananassa) are a fantastic low-effort crop to grow at home. They are a fairly hardy perennial that comes back year after year to produce fresh fruit for you to enjoy.

The key to overwintering strawberries is to protect the roots from freezing and ensure the crown does not rot. Strawberry plants are hardy down to zone 3, depending on the variety, when growing in the ...

Trips to the farmers' market on Saturday mornings in the summer are fun and all, but there's nothing more satisfying than growing the bounty right in your own backyard. From tomatoes and okra to ...

Winterize strawberries after several frosts, before the ground freezes—typically in November or December. In-ground plants need pruning, fertilizer, and a 3–5 inch mulch layer to protect crowns ...

Growing strawberries in pots during winter is a rewarding project, especially if you choose hardy varieties and provide the ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below." Forget about those bland berries at the supermarket; you’ll never taste a strawberry as sweet and ...

IT’S hard to beat the sweet taste of home-grown strawberries, but now is the time to start giving your summer-fruiting varieties a little care and attention so they will produce an even better crop ...

Q: I started a couple small rows of June bearing strawberries and am wondering what is the best way to keep weeds out of the rows and around the plants. What is the best mulch to use for summer and ...

Spring and summer taste even sweeter with homegrown strawberries fresh for the picking. The fruit doesn’t require a big backyard. Although strawberries can be planted in a garden bed, a simple ...