Strawberry 'Ostara' Ever Bearer
Strawberry 'Ostara': The Non-Stop Gourmet Harvest
Strawberry 'Ostara' is a sensational "Ever-bearing" (remontant) variety, celebrated for its incredible ability to produce fruit continuously from early summer right through to the first frosts of autumn. Unlike traditional varieties that offer one short burst of fruit, 'Ostara' is a tireless performer that provides a steady, reliable supply of delicious berries for months on end. It produces medium-sized, conical fruit with a superb, intense aroma and a sweet, refreshing flavour that rivals the best summer-only types. With its compact, bushy habit and vigorous growth, 'Ostara' is the ultimate "space-saver" variety, making it the premier choice for hanging baskets, window boxes, and small patio containers where a long-lasting harvest is essential.
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Extended Harvesting Window: While other strawberry patches have finished by July, 'Ostara' is just getting started. You can enjoy fresh, home-grown strawberries for your cereal in June and still be picking them for your autumn desserts in October.
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Intense Fragrance and Flavour: 'Ostara' is prized for its "wild strawberry" undertones. The berries are exceptionally fragrant and sweet, making them a favourite for those who value gourmet quality over sheer fruit size.
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Perfect for Small Spaces: Because it doesn't spend all its energy producing long runners, 'Ostara' stays neat and tidy. It is perfect for "vertical gardening" or any situation where you want maximum fruit from a minimal footprint.
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Resilient and Hardy: This Dutch-bred variety is famously robust and adapts well to various weather conditions, continuing to flower and fruit even as the days begin to cool in September.
Gardener's Tip: "The First Bloom Sacrifice"
To get the absolute best out of your Strawberry 'Ostara', try a little "tough love" in the spring. Remove the very first flush of flowers that appear in April or May. This encourages the plant to put all its energy into developing a massive, healthy root system and crown. By sacrificing those few early berries, you will trigger a much heavier and more consistent "ever-bearing" harvest that will carry you all the way through the summer and into the autumn!
| Package Size |
5 Pips
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| Fruit Colour |
Bright Crimson Red
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| Fruit Size |
Medium, uniform conical berries
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| Planting Time |
Spring (March – May)
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| Harvesting Time |
June – October (Ever-bearing)
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| Plant Height |
20 – 25 cm tall
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| Plant Spacing |
30 – 40 cm apart
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| Planting Depth |
Crucial: Plant with the "crown" at soil level (not buried).
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| Warnings |
Do not bury the crown. Netting is recommended to protect fruit from birds.
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