PREORDER: Southern Strawberry Bundle. (Zones 8-10)

Create a vibrant strawberry garden with our Southern Bundle, designed for warm climates across Texas, Florida, and coastal California (USDA Zones 8–10). This Non-GMO  bundle is grown using organic methods and includes 12 plugs of four varieties—Sensation, Brilliance, Albion, and Camino Real—offering extended strawberry harvest, providing berries throughout the seasons. These heat-tolerant, disease-resistant plants deliver high yields and exceptional flavor, ideal for fresh eating, jam, freezing and sharing!

What’s Included

• 12 Plugs: 3 plants each of Sensation, Brilliance, Albion, and Camino Real, shipped mid-September for fall planting.

• Brilliance: Early February–April, early-yielding, firm berries for warm climates.

   

• Sensation: Late February–May, large, high-sugar berries with vibrant flavor.
  

• Camino Real: March–May, firm, deep red berries with high yields.
  

• Albion: April–October, everbearing for sweet berries all season, great for late picking.

Why Choose This Bundle?

• Extended Season: Early spring harvests from June-bearing varieties and late-season picking with everbearing Albion, giving you a continued harvest.

• Heat-Tolerant: Thrives in Zones 8–9, keep shaded in zone 10, ideal for warm southern summers.

• Organic-Friendly: Disease-resistant varieties support organic growing with minimal inputs.

• Versatile: Suited for home gardens, U-Pick, or fresh markets.

Planting & Spacing

• When to Plant: Plant plugs in October-early November for optimal establishment in warm climates. Fall planting ensures strong spring and summer harvests.

• Spacing: Plant 12-18 inches apart in rows 24 inchds apart to promote air circulation and prevent disease. Use raised beds with black plastic mulch to control weeds and keep berries clean.

Care Tips

• Soil: Plant in well-drained, slightly acidic soil (pH 5.5–6.8). Add compost for better drainage in heavy soils.

• Watering: Provide 1–1.5 inches of water weekly via drip irrigation to avoid fungal issues, especially in humid southern climates.

• Fertilizer: Apply a balanced organic fertilizer (e.g., 10-10-10) at planting. For Albion, fertilize lightly every 4–6 weeks during its extended season.

• Pest Control: Slugs will be your main issue, use Sluggo, a certified organic treatment when you see them

• Heat Protection: Use shade cloth in summer (especially for Albion) to maintain cooler temps for optimal fruiting. Cover plants with frost cloth during rare freezes below 32°F.

Shipping

• Ships October: Your 12 plugs will arrive ready for fall planting, setting you up for a fruitful spring and summer harvest.

Grow organic strawberries year-round with this Southern Bundle, perfect for early and late-season picking!