{"product_id":"50-sweet-charlie-strawberry-plants-live-bare-root-june-bearing-fragaria-ananassa","title":"50 Sweet Charlie Strawberry Plants – Live Bare Root June-Bearing Fragaria × ananassa","description":"\u003cp\u003eSweet Charlie Strawberry Plants are a popular June-bearing variety known for producing sweet, flavorful berries in early summer. These live bare root plants are ready to establish in garden beds, raised beds, or containers, offering a productive addition to home fruit gardens. With their compact growth habit and reliable fruiting, Sweet Charlie strawberries are a favorite for fresh eating, desserts, and preserving.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrown as a perennial in suitable climates, these plants will return year after year with proper care. The bare root form allows for economical planting and quick establishment when planted at the right time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJune-bearing variety that produces one main crop in early summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSweet, juicy berries with excellent flavor for fresh use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact, mounding growth habit suitable for small spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerennial in USDA zones 4-8 with proper winter protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLive bare root plants for economical planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fragaria × ananassa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perennial fruit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, fertile, slightly acidic soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; keep soil consistently moist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact, mounding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4-8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring flowers, early summer fruit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8-12 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-18 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant bare root strawberries in early spring or fall when soil is workable. Soak roots for 30-60 minutes before planting. Dig a hole large enough to spread roots, set the crown at soil level, and firm soil around roots. Water thoroughly after planting and keep soil consistently moist until established. Apply mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Fertilize lightly in early spring. Remove runners to encourage fruit production, and renovate beds after harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor best results, plant in full sun and well-drained soil rich in organic matter. Avoid planting in areas where strawberries, tomatoes, or potatoes have grown recently to reduce disease risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e50 Sweet Charlie Strawberry Plants (live bare root, June-bearing).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67836004237622,"sku":"FOLIA2-1674","price":259.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.7226639236_osii.jpg?v=1793097114","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/50-sweet-charlie-strawberry-plants-live-bare-root-june-bearing-fragaria-ananassa","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}