When to Plant Plasticulture Strawberries, New Varieties to Trial

Gordon Johnson, Extension Vegetable & Fruit Specialist; gcjohn@udel.edu In some years, later planted ‘Chandler’ strawberries have out-yielded earlier plantings. This illustrates the dramatic effects that fall and winter temperatures can have on plasticulture production. ‘Chandler’ has been our main plasticulture… Continue Reading

Extending Your Strawberry Season with Day Neutral Varieties

Gordon Johnson, Extension Vegetable & Fruit Specialist; gcjohn@udel.edu Plasticulture strawberry planting season is quickly approaching. Growers seeking to extend their strawberry seasons should consider planting a portion of their area to day-neutral varieties. Day-neutral strawberries start fruiting 12-14 weeks after… Continue Reading