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Strawberries: A Fun Winter Crop for Florida!

Updated: Jun 25




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When do we plant strawberries in Florida?


In Florida, we grow strawberries seasonally: October - May/June.


We grow 'bare roots,' which are 2-3-year-old plants, usually grown in the northwest.







Are you growing in a Tower Garden? The Baby Greens Kit holds 32 strawberry plants. The Combo Extension Kit holds 16-20 strawberry plants. Put one plant in each spot. You can double up if you have extras!

It is crucial to buy FRESH bare-root strawberries that were recently dug. Old bare roots won't produce well!


I've had terrible luck buying bare roots from Amazon, Sam's Club, and Home Depot. Don't do it!



Buy from reputable sellers who understand the importance of shipping fresh seedlings.


When you get your bare roots, PLANT AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. Gather your supplies ahead of time and be ready for planting!

Are you growing in a Tower Garden? The Baby Greens Kit holds 32 strawberry plants. The Combo Extension Kit holds 16-20 strawberry plants. Put one plant in each spot. You can double up if you have extras!
Are you growing in a Tower Garden? The Baby Greens Kit holds 32 strawberry plants. The Combo Extension Kit holds 16-20 strawberry plants. Put one plant in each spot. You can double up if you have extras!

Where do I find strawberry plants suitable for Florida?


Strawberries are seasonal. Ideally, it's best to pre-order them in August if possible. Call your local nursery to see if they will be getting in bare root strawberry plants.


Here are some sites to check. Availability will vary from year to year:



True Garden (Tower Garden ready plants - use code TRUE10 to save 10%)South Seminole Farm & Nursery (local pick-up in Casselberry, FL

Scenic Hill Farm in Oregon - (Albion and Seascape). Albion is suitable for indoor and outdoor growing and Seascape for indoor growing.

Earthbox Garden Center in Ellenton, FL (near Bradenton)

Atlantic Beach Urban Farms in Jacksonville, FL

Whitwam Organics in Tampa, FL (store pick- up OR pre-order/ship)

Nick's Edibles (takes pre-orders in Sept and ships)

Hoss Tools in Georgia (likely the variety will be suitable for North Florida planting)

Mick's Farm Market in St. Cloud, FL

True Garden (Tower Garden ready plants - use code TRUE10 to save 10%)




Strawberry Tips & Tricks


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Strawberries are susceptible to fungal diseases that will wipe a crop out fast!


Neem provides a barrier to fungus and can prevent it from settling on the plant. Spray with Neem & soap weekly.


Milk is a powerful fungicide and effective on powdery mildew. Spray with diluted milk 1-2 times a week. The recipe is HERE.




You can use Captan fungicide on strawberries. Captan kills many fungi (but not gray mold). Captan is NOT organic. If you use it, I suggest using it about 4 weeks after planting and remove all flowers before spraying.


Keep your plants picked! Ripe fruit attracts gray rot!


Plant in full sun! Sun discourages fungal growth!


Hand pollinate if growing indoors or if the fruit is small or sparse!





For more pesticide tips, visit this blog post!

Watch these videos to see how to plant your strawberries in your Tower Garden!




If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to me by clicking this link.

Happy Growing!

~Leah Brooks

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