Sparkle Strawberry Bare Root Plants

June-Bearing Variety — Classic Sweet-Tart Flavor & Deep Red Berries | Vigorous, Cold Hardy & Non-GMO

Introduce your garden to the classic heirloom flavor of Sparkle strawberries — a beloved June-bearing variety known for its rich, sweet-tart taste, deep red color, and excellent jam-making quality. First introduced in the 1940s, Sparkle remains a favorite among home gardeners who want old-fashioned strawberry flavor with dependable performance.

Thriving in USDA Zones 3–8, Sparkle is incredibly cold hardy and well-suited for northern climates, making it one of the best choices for colder regions. These vigorous, non-GMO plants produce medium-sized berries that are soft, aromatic, and packed with flavor — ideal for fresh eating, freezing, baking, and especially homemade preserves. Whether grown in beds, raised beds, or containers, Sparkle rewards you with heavy harvests of intensely flavorful fruit.

Product Features

Bare Root Strawberry Plants

Strong, healthy roots that establish quickly and grow into productive, vigorous plants.

June-Bearing Variety

Produces one abundant crop in late spring to early summer — perfect for big family harvests.

Classic Sweet-Tart Flavor & Deep Red Berries

Medium-sized, soft, aromatic berries known for exceptional taste and rich color — ideal for jam and fresh eating.

Cold Hardy & Reliable

Performs exceptionally well in cooler climates; ideal for northern gardeners seeking a dependable strawberry patch.

Heirloom Quality & Non-GMO

A time-tested favorite for gardeners who appreciate traditional flavor and reliable yields.

Great for Gardens, Raised Beds & Containers

Adaptable to a variety of planting setups, including small spaces and patio planters.

Planting & Care Instructions

• Soak bare roots for 30–60 minutes before planting to encourage strong early growth.

• Choose a sunny spot with 6–8 hours of direct sunlight each day.

• Use well-draining soil with a pH of 5.5–6.5, enriched with compost or aged organic matter.

• Plant crowns at soil level — never bury the crown. Spread roots out gently in the planting hole.

• Space plants 12–18 inches apart, leaving 3–4 feet between rows for airflow and runner growth.

• Water regularly to keep soil consistently moist; water in the morning to prevent disease.

• Remove flowers the first year to develop strong roots and larger harvests in subsequent seasons..