Sparkle Strawberry Plants

Sparkle Strawberry is a beloved June-bearing heirloom variety cherished for more than 60 years for its exceptionally sweet, bright red fruit. This late-season bloomer is especially well suited for colder climates, as its bloom timing helps reduce the risk of frost damage. Sparkle produces medium-sized berries packed with rich flavor, making it a top choice for fresh eating, freezing, and especially jam-making. Its dependable performance and cold hardiness have made it a longtime favorite among home gardeners and northern growers.

Shipped as bare root bundles of 10 or 25 plants.

SHIPPING INFO: This product begins shipping in March. We will try to ship within the ideal planting window for your growing zone.

Why Grow Sparkle Strawberry?
• Late-season variety that helps reduce spring frost risk
• Exceptionally sweet berries ideal for jam and freezing
• Cold hardy and well suited for northern climates
• Reliable yields with classic heirloom flavor
• Beginner-friendly and easy to grow

Growing Information
🌱 Plant Type: Bare root strawberry (June-bearing, late season)
🌱 Hardiness Zones: 3–8
🌱 Mature Size: Up to 12 inches tall and wide
🌱 When to Plant: Early spring, as soon as soil can be worked
🌱 When to Harvest: Late season (typically early to mid-summer, depending on location)

Cultivation Tips
• Soil requirements: Plant in well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter. Incorporate compost before planting and avoid low areas where water may pool.
• Sunlight: Full sun (6–8+ hours daily) for best fruit quality and sweetness.
• Planting depth: Set plants so the crown sits just above the soil surface—not buried and not exposed.
• Spacing: About 12 inches apart (can be spaced wider if desired for airflow).
• Watering: Water thoroughly after planting and maintain consistent moisture throughout the growing season. Mulching helps conserve moisture and suppress weeds.
• Harvesting: Pick berries when fully red and fragrant. Harvest every few days during peak season.
• Landscape use: Excellent for garden beds, containers, and edible landscapes. Its perennial nature allows for productive harvests year after year with proper care.

Click here for our Strawberry Bare Root Planting Guide

History
Sparkle Strawberry has been grown and enjoyed for over six decades, valued for its exceptional sweetness, cold hardiness, and superior freezing quality. Its heirloom status and proven reliability continue to make it a trusted favorite for both beginner and experienced gardeners.

Non-GMO Commitment: At The Farm on Central, all our plants are guaranteed non-GMO and not genetically modified in any way, upholding natural breeding methods and promoting sustainable gardening and farming practices.

Growing method: Conventionally grown.