Perennial
Strawberry
Fragaria ananassa
Monrovia® varieties
Varieties We Carry
StandardFragaria ananassaEversweetFragaria ananassaDelizzFragaria ananassa
Sizes & Pricing
4 inFrom$3.95
1 galFrom$6.95
Seed PackFrom$3.99
Fresh this week. Last restocked Jun 25.
LightFull Sun
WaterModerate
Mature size6-12 inches × 12-18 inches
About Strawberry
The garden strawberry (Fragaria × ananassa) is a hybrid fruit developed in the 18th century, producing the familiar bright-red, cone-shaped berries with sweet, juicy flesh. A low-growing perennial, it spreads by runners and produces white flowers before fruiting. Starting at $3.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Winter, Spring
- Flower Color
- White
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Semi-evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Acidic, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
Bloom season. Good planting window.
Higher water demand in summer heat.
Growth slows as temperatures cool.
Bloom season. May lose some foliage in cold snaps. Can be planted in mild winter periods.
Care essentials
Light
Strawberries require full sun — at least 8 hours of direct sunlight daily. In NE Florida, plant September through October in a raised bed or container where air circulation is good and afternoon light is unobstructed.
Water
Keep soil consistently moist but never waterlogged. Use drip or micro-irrigation directed at the root zone rather than overhead watering to minimize fruit and foliage disease. In NE Florida's sandy soils, check moisture frequently and water every 1–2 days during dry spells in early establishment.
Soil & Fertilizer
Plant in slightly acidic (pH 5.5–6.5), well-drained sandy or loamy soil amended with compost. Apply a starter fertilizer containing nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium at planting; side-dress with a balanced fertilizer monthly through the season. Avoid excess nitrogen, which promotes foliage over fruit.
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Common questions
Is Strawberry a good plant for St. Augustine?
Strawberry is a perennial for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, with medium salt tolerance, reaching 6-12 inches × 12-18 inches.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.