Strawberries Planting Guide
Strawberries are a beloved perennial fruit available as June-bearing, ever-bearing, and day-neutral types. They are one of the easiest fruits to grow in containers or garden beds.
Fragaria x ananassa · Fruit · Rosaceae family · 90–365 days to maturity
Where Can You Grow Strawberries?
Strawberries Growing Regions
Click any state to see the Strawberries planting schedule for that location.
Planting Dates by Zone
| Zone | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 3a | — | — | Jun 12 | Sep 11 – Oct 16 |
| Zone 3b | — | — | Jun 7 | Sep 6 – Oct 11 |
| Zone 4a | — | — | Jun 3 | Sep 2 – Oct 28 |
| Zone 4b | — | — | May 29 | Aug 28 – Oct 23 |
| Zone 5a | — | — | May 16 | Aug 15 – Oct 31 |
| Zone 5b | — | — | May 9 | Aug 8 – Oct 24 |
| Zone 6a | — | — | May 1 | Jul 31 – Nov 13 |
| Zone 6b | — | — | Apr 24 | Jul 24 – Nov 6 |
| Zone 7a | — | — | Apr 15 | Jul 15 – Nov 25 |
| Zone 7b | — | — | Apr 8 | Jul 8 – Nov 18 |
| Zone 8a | — | — | Mar 29 | Jun 28 – Dec 13 |
| Zone 8b | — | — | Mar 18 | Jun 17 – Dec 2 |
| Zone 9a | — | — | Feb 24 | May 26 – Dec 22 |
| Zone 9b | — | — | Feb 8 | May 10 – Dec 6 |
| Zone 10a | — | — | Jan 15 | Apr 16 – Jan 14 |
| Zone 10b | — | — | Jan 15 | Apr 16 – Jan 14 |
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
Water
Moderate — regular watering
Soil pH
5.5 – 6.8
Hardiness Zones
Zone 3a – 10b
Growing Tips
Plant with crowns at soil level. Remove runners the first year to strengthen plants. Mulch with straw to keep fruit clean and suppress weeds. Renovate June-bearing beds after harvest.
Saving Strawberries Seeds
Recommended for Your Garden
Sharp bypass pruners for clean cuts on fruit trees, berry bushes, and woody herbs.
Start seeds indoors with reusable cell trays and humidity domes.
Test your soil pH, nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium levels before planting.
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Strawberries by State
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Alberta
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- British Columbia
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- Florida
- Georgia
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Manitoba
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Brunswick
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- Newfoundland and Labrador
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Northwest Territories
- Nova Scotia
- Nunavut
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Ontario
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Prince Edward Island
- Quebec
- Rhode Island
- Saskatchewan
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
- Yukon
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to grow Strawberries?
Strawberries (Fragaria x ananassa) takes 90 to 365 days from planting to harvest. Exact timing depends on your variety, growing conditions, and USDA zone.
What zones can Strawberries grow in?
Strawberries can be grown in USDA zones 3a through 10b. Use the planting calendar above to find the exact dates for your zone.
How much sun does Strawberries need?
Growing Strawberries requires Full Sun (6-8+ hours), Moderate — regular watering, and soil pH of 5.5 to 6.8.