Hand Picked Nursery Dickens Strawberry Roots – Bare Root Plants | Large, Sweet June-Bearing Variety | Cold Hardy High Yield | Non-GMO
Product Description:
Grow sweet, juicy strawberries with Dickens Strawberry Roots, a classic June-bearing variety prized for its large, firm berries and rich, sweet flavor. Known for its cold hardiness and adaptability, Dickens thrives in cooler climates and produces a reliable, heavy harvest each season.
Perfect for USDA Zones 4–8, these vigorous plants are disease resistant and ideal for home gardens, raised beds, or containers. Dickens strawberries are perfect for fresh eating, baking, freezing, and making preserves — delivering delicious fruit year after year.
Product Features :
Healthy Bare Root Strawberry Plants – Ready for spring planting; vigorous and fast-establishing.
June-Bearing Variety – Produces one large, flavorful harvest in late spring to early summer.
Cold Hardy & Disease Resistant – Suitable for northern climates; thrives in USDA Zones 4–8.
Large, Sweet & Firm Berries – Excellent for fresh eating, desserts, jams, and freezing.
Perfect for Gardens & Containers – Easy to grow with high yield potential.
Planting & Care Instructions:
Soak bare roots in water for 30–60 minutes before planting.
Choose a sunny location with at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Prepare well-draining soil with a pH between 5.5 and 6.5; enrich with compost or organic matter.
Plant crowns at soil level, making sure roots spread out evenly without being crowded.
Space plants 12–18 inches apart, with 3–4 feet between rows.
Water regularly to keep soil moist but not soggy, especially during establishment and fruiting.
Remove flowers during the first year to promote strong root development.
Expect a generous harvest of sweet, large berries in the second season and beyond.