Strawberry 'Charlotte'

Strawberry ‘Charlotte’ (Fragaria × ananassa ‘Charlotte’). Fragaria × ananassa ‘Charlotte’ is an everbearing strawberry highly prized for its exceptional flavor, often compared to wild strawberries, and for its extended production throughout the season. It forms a compact and vigorous clump, well-suited for cultivation in the ground, in containers, or in raised beds. From late spring until the first frosts, it regularly produces bright red, medium-sized fruits with tender, very fragrant, and intensely sweet flesh. Its healthy dark green deciduous foliage supports continuous white flowering, promoting a prolonged harvest.

To plant strawberry ‘Charlotte’, choose a suitable 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 appropriate mulch and monitor runners to control row density. Water the root ball before planting and ensure water can drain after planting. During establishment, check 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 plant's space in the garden. The indicated height of 25–30 cm (10–12 in) helps choose its position relative to neighboring plants. Maintain access to the base for weeding, checking moisture, and removing damaged parts. Associate this variety with plants whose light and water requirements are compatible. If you are considering a container, first check that its volume and drainage are suitable for root development. Roots in pots are more exposed to cold than those planted in the ground.