Strawberry 'Albion'

‘Albion’ Strawberry (Fragaria × ananassa ‘Albion’). Fragaria × ananassa ‘Albion’ is a highly renowned everbearing strawberry variety known for the exceptional quality of its fruit and its continuous production from early summer until the first frosts. It forms a compact and vigorous habit, well-suited for planting in the ground, raised beds, or pots. Its elongated, intensely bright red fruits are firm, very sweet, and fragrant, excellent for both fresh consumption and desserts. Its healthy dark green deciduous foliage highlights regular white blossoms throughout the season.

To plant ‘Albion’ strawberries, choose an appropriate exposure: full sun. The recommended soil is as follows: rich, loose, and well-drained. Keep the crown of the strawberry at soil level: if buried too deep, it can rot; if too exposed, it risks drying out. Keep the fruits clean with suitable mulch and monitor runners to control row density. Water the root ball before planting it in the ground and ensure that water can drain after planting. During establishment, check the moisture by hand before watering again. Spread mulch around the base, leaving the crown clear.

Allow a width of 30–40 cm (12–16 in) to organize the space for this plant in the garden. The indicated height of 25–30 cm (10–12 in) helps in choosing its position relative to neighboring plants. Maintain access to the base for weeding, checking moisture, and removing damaged parts. Combine this variety with plants that have compatible light and water needs. If you are considering a container, first check that its volume and drainage are suitable for root development. Potted roots are more exposed to cold than those planted in the ground.