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When to plant strawberry in Waterloo Corner

  • Plant seedlings: mid Mar to mid AprWaterloo Corner area, Mediterranean
  • Plant seedlings: early Aug to mid SepWaterloo Corner area, Mediterranean

Worked out from 30 years of climate records for Waterloo Corner. Microclimates vary: frost hollows and hills run later.

A favourite for gardens and pots that fruits from spring into summer. Plant runners in autumn or winter into rich, slightly acidic, well-drained soil, keeping the crown at soil level. Mulch with straw to keep fruit clean, and net against birds.

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