Strawberry Kent (July bearing)

Description

Full sun, Zone 3

Fragaria ‘Kent’

Pot size: BR Pkg 25, 3/4″

Part of “June Bearing” strawberries. June bearers are classified as being strawberries that produce a single, large crop/year and during a 2-3 period in the Spring. They produce a single flush of flowers and have many runners. The Kent strawberry is large cherry red, and have a sweet taste with a firm texture. Most often eaten fresh, or used in baking and preserves. The plant is hardy, vigorous and productive.

Drought tolerant, can be planted in a hanging basket or container too.  It grows at a fast rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for approximately 10 years. This is a self-pollinating variety, so it doesn’t require a second plant nearby to set fruit. Kent Strawberry is a good choice for the edible garden, but it is also well-suited for use in outdoor pots and containers. Does best in average to well-drained moist soil, but will not tolerate standing water.