Botanical profile

Fragaria × ananassa 'Sparkle'

Latin name
Fragaria × ananassa 'Sparkle'
Common name
Strawberry 'Sparkle'
Type
Fruit shrub
Family
Rosaceae

Fragaria × ananassa ‘Sparkle’ is a heritage June-bearing strawberry much appreciated for the intense, aromatic flavor of its fruit. This variety forms a vigorous, well-established clump, ideal for in-ground cultivation in the vegetable garden. Its white spring blossoms are followed by a concentrated production of bright red, medium-sized strawberries, renowned for their very juicy, sweet, and fragrant flesh. The dark green deciduous foliage effectively protects the fruit and supports excellent vegetative vigor. Particularly well-suited to Quebec’s climatic conditions, ‘Sparkle’ is known for its hardiness and reliability, even in cold climates. It prefers a sunny exposure and rich, loose, well-drained soil, making it an excellent choice for fresh eating, jams, and freezing.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Regular watering
Fertilization
Spring berry fertilizer. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke when planting.
Soil type
Slightly acidic, rich and well-drained
Minimum temperature
'-34°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
White
Fruiting
Bright red fruits, medium-sized, very juicy, sweet, and aromatic flesh
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Fruit perennial
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
25–30 cm (10–12 in)
Width
30 cm (12 inches)
Growth rate
fast
Vegetable garden and yield

Companion planting, spacing and harvest

Fruit tree type
Small fruit (non-everbearing strawberry)
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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