If you want that fresh farm-picking experience in your backyard then don’t worry you’re just a season away from enjoying fresh and juicy strawberries. You don’t need a big farmhouse to do so. Whether you want them to grow in containers, raised beds, or small patches of soil, here are 6 easy strawberry varieties to grow and reward delicious strawberries.
1. Albion Strawberry
The Albion variety is known for its everbearing abilities, they keep flowering and giving strawberries throughout their growing season which starts from summer and continues till fall. Albion strawberries are popular for their sweetness and resistance to many Diseases like Phytophthora crown rot. If you are planning for a container gardening setup then this variety should be your first choice.
They need full sunlight well-draining soil and regular watering, especially in summer to thrive at their best.
2. Seascape Strawberry
It is a cross-product of two popular varieties Selva & Douglas, This variety is also known for its everbearing capabilities and is a perfect choice for borders and container setup this variety is also highly productive and has an aggressive growth rate.
You just have to fulfill their needs for full sunlight, well-draining soil, and keeping the soil moist.
3. Ozark Beauty Strawberry
Ozark is known for its sugary taste and high yields and the best part is it is also suitable for cooler climates. Because of its compact growing habit, you can easily grow them in hanging baskets and patio containers.
Tip – Don’t expect fruiting in the first year after planting these sweeties even if they produce a yield that will be of smaller shape. They prefer acidic soil and need some shade in the afternoon in hot regions.
4. Earliglow Strawberry
If you are a complete beginner and growing your strawberries for the first time then this variety is for you it’s a vigorously growing variety known for its beautiful red and heavenly-tasting berries.
You can start harvesting berries after 1 year of planting its June-bearing variety.
5. Tristar Strawberry
It’s an everbearing variety that produces berries with intense flavor. These plants need 6-8 hours of daily sunlight so that they can thrive perfectly. This variety is optimal for raised beds or for container gardening even if you have small spaces you can plant Tristar variety for fresh strawberries.
6. Chandler Strawberry
A time favorite of commercial strawberry growers especially in winters, just like all other berries in the list they also demand full sunlight. Its vigorous growing nature and high yield capabilities with big juicy berries make it my personal favorite. If you have large backyard patches you have to surely plant this variety.
🌱 Tips for Backyard Strawberry Success
☀️ Sunlight – At least 6–8 hours of full sun daily to ensure sweet, juicy berries.
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🌾 Soil – Use well-draining, slightly acidic soil for healthy root development.
📏 Spacing – Give each plant enough room for runners to spread and grow freely.
💧 Water – Keep the soil evenly moist, but avoid water logging to prevent root rot.
🍂 Mulching – Apply straw or pine needles to retain moisture, control weeds, and deter pests.
Conclusion
With the right care and variety, growing strawberries in your backyard is both easy and rewarding. These six strawberry plants offer sweet, juicy harvests all season long. Whether in beds or containers, you’ll enjoy fresh berries at home—straight from garden to table. Start planting
and enjoy your berry bounty!
