Late June ripening. Large sweet fruits used fresh or in jams and is especially good for freezing. Shuksan Strawberry is our most widely adapted variety, not requiring acidic soils, tolerating poor drainage and known for extreme winter hardiness and good disease resistance.
ZONE: 4-10
POLLINATION/BLOOM TIME: Self-fertile.
RECOMMENDED GROWING AND CARE:
Soak roots in tepid water for several hours before planting. Full to 1/2 sun, balanced moisture, prefers slightly acidic soils. Eliminate grass competition in root zone. A mulch of pine needles can keep berries off soil, improve fruit quality and keep shallow roots moist. Top dress with compost yearly; fertilize in August to help plant set many buds for following years' yield. Some growers will prune off 1st year flowers to allow plants to develop stronger root systems.
CHILL HOURS: Low: 300 hours below 45F
DISEASE RESISTANCE: Very good: virus tolerant and Red Stele resistant.
SIZE AT MATURITY: 9" x 6"
