Strawberry Roots (Junebearing) - Chandler

BOTANICAL NAME

Fragaria 'Chandler'

LIFE CYCLE

• Perennial

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

• Full Sun

BLOOM SEASON

• Early Summer

GROWTH HABIT

• Ground Cover
• Spreading

PLANT HEIGHT

• 8 inches

PLANT TYPE

• Junebearing

COLOR

• White

This vigorous, early midseason strawberry variety produces medium to large berries, offering juicy, moderately firm fruit with excellent flavor that freezes well. Known for exceptional color and taste, Chandler Strawberry Roots deliver high yields when provided with ample water and nutrients and perform especially well in southern growing regions. Originating in California, Chandler is a popular choice for Pick-Your-Own operations and home gardens in the Carolinas and similar climates.

• June-bearing strawberries offer one large, concentrated harvest in late spring/early summer, perfect for preserving
• Pinch back during first year of growth and expect a bountiful harvest the following spring
• Best to replace roots after the second bearing season, as quality and yield begin to decrease

PLANTING SEASON

• Spring

SOWING METHOD

• Direct Sow

PLANTING DEPTH

• Plant crown at soil level

WATER NEEDS

• Average

PLANT SPACING

• 12 to 18 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

• 3
• 4
• 5
• 6
• 7
• 8