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15 Mar 17, Osone Layer (Australia - temperate climate)

When is the time for buying strawberries

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15 Mar 17, Jack (Australia - temperate climate)

Strawberry plants are normally available from late autumn through winter from nurseries, garden centres, bigger hardware stores, etc. They come bare rooted or packed in damp sawdust in a plastic bag.

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11 Mar 17, Barry Folo (Australia - sub-tropical climate)

What are the best variety strawberries for south east Queensland?

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12 Mar 17, John (Australia - temperate climate)

Tioga, Earlisweet and Redlands Crimson are good varieties for Queensland. Trust this helps.

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07 Mar 17, Molefe Mokoene (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)

Can I grow strawberries on black clay soil? I also have half hectare under roof - ? ps advise

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08 Mar 17, John (Australia - temperate climate)

Strawberries are fairly adaptable plants and grow naturally under trees in Europe. I would suggest that you dig in lots of old, rotted manure, especially cow manure if you can get it now ready for planting when the runners are available in late autumn. If your covered area is clear and there is good ventilation and available water you could grow them under cover. Fruit rotting fungus could be a problem so ensure there is plenty of air circulation or be prepared to spray. Spraying chemicals is less desirable. You could discuss it more specifically with your local Agricultural Department. Trust this helps.

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10 Dec 16, Lindy (Australia - temperate climate)

I've had a good crop of strawberries over winter but December seems too hot. Can I do something to store the plants during hot summer in north Qld?

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10 Dec 16, chris (South Africa - Humid sub-tropical climate)

Can strawberries be grown in Durban?

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01 Jan 17, Catherine (South Africa - Humid sub-tropical climate)

There is a stunning hydroponics plant which produces strawberries on the North Coast. I know the owner had troubles at first, but he has mastered the skills now. Google Farmer's Weekly article of 2014-2015 (I think)

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10 Dec 16, John (Australia - temperate climate)

I don't see why not. I live in temperate Australia but they are grown from Tasmania in the south well into Queensland in the north. Check an atlas for latitude. Happy strawberry growing!

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