Strawberries are perennial plants that grow from crowns. They produce some of the first fruits in spring and can provide a crop for many years once you understand how to grow and care for the plants.

Raised beds give strawberries the perfect environment to flourish—better drainage, fewer weeds, and healthier, sweeter fruit. They also make planting, maintenance, and harvesting easier. With the ...

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 ...