Strawberries are a very tasty and valuable food product. Especially useful is a fresh berry, just picked from the garden and grown without the use of chemicals that are harmful to he alth. If you have a piece of land, be sure to plant strawberries there to please yourself and your loved ones with its excellent taste and replenish the body with essential vitamins and minerals. Success in growing this miracle berry largely depends on the correctness of the chosen variety. It is important that it matches the climate in which it will grow. In addition, experienced farmers and summer residents take into account the term and size, taste. Transport stability is also important. So, let's consider what are the most popular varieties of strawberries, photos, reviews of summer residents.
How to choose the best variety?
Once you plant strawberries, you will provide yourself and your family with he althy and delicious berries for many years. In order not to have to update landings soon, it is necessary with all responsibilityapproach the choice of variety. First of all, you should decide which of the following characteristics are the most important for you:
- maturing period;
- yield;
- berry size;
- taste;
- resistance to pests and diseases;
- transportability.
It is best to plant several varieties of strawberries with different ripening dates. This will allow you to enjoy the wonderful taste of these delicious berries much longer.
For your information, most often large strawberries do not have a pronounced aroma and great sweetness of the fruit. Consider productive and common varieties of strawberries with photos and descriptions.
Repair varieties
Remontant varieties of strawberries are especially popular among domestic summer residents. Their main feature is two or three fruiting throughout the summer. Since the return of such strawberry varieties is very high, even from a very small area you can get berries for the whole winter.
Queen Elizabeth-2
Strawberry cultivar Elizabeth (described below) was bred in 2001 by domestic botanists. The plant has powerful spreading bushes, with emerald green leaves. The berries themselves are quite large, very juicy, dense, "varnished". Weight reaches50 g. Subject to all the methods of agricultural technology, you can get larger berries - more than 65 g.
Strawberry variety Elizabeth-2 has a lot of advantages. This is one of the most productive remontant varieties, yielding up to five times a season. About 1.4-1.5 kg of crop is harvested from one plant, and up to 12 kg from 1 m². Due to the high yield of the crop, Elizabeth-2 has gained popularity not only among summer residents, but also among farmers, since up to 5-6 bushes can be planted per 1 m².
Since the growing season is quite early, the first berries can be obtained as early as May. At this time, the demand for fresh berries is quite large. This excellent strawberry variety has a long fruiting period. Berry picking continues until frost.
Besides this, Elizabeth-2 has resistance to many diseases, tolerates high frosts well, and is stored for a long time. Can stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to a week and a half. Well transfers long transportations. Berries are delicious not only fresh. From them cook jam, compotes. Thanks to these qualities, this variety received the best reviews.
Mara de Bois
One of the most popular and best strawberry varieties, bred by European breeders in 1991. The bushes are low, regular round shape, flower stalks are short. The berries are located at the level with the leaves, when ripe, lie on the ground. The variety is characterized by active fruiting on the mustache. Berries are conical, red-orange. The skin is shiny, the flesh is very juicy and pleasant to the taste, sugarysweet. With proper care, the fruits can grow up to 20-25 gr. In spring and autumn, they are slightly larger than in summer. Bushes tolerate winters well in central Russia: up to 90-95% of plants survive.
Mara de Bois is very popular among domestic gardeners. They noted high productivity, excellent taste. According to summer residents, the taste of strawberries is very close to garden strawberries (same sweet and fragrant).
Albion
This strawberry variety (description, reviews, we will consider later) was bred by Californian breeders in 2006. The plant tolerates summer heat well thanks to its large leaves. The duration of fruiting is from late May to August. If agrotechnical standards are observed, up to 1.8-2 kg or even more is harvested from one bush. The fruits are quite large, having a conical shape, red, shiny. Strawberries have an attractive appearance, pleasant aroma and a very rich sweet taste. The weight of this tasty and juicy berry is approximately 30-50 g. It bears fruit 3-4 times during the season.
This strawberry variety received mixed reviews. The advantages of summer residents and farmers attributed wonderful taste, the ability to bear fruit until frost, and transportability. Among the shortcomings, they singled out the exactingness in climatic conditions, care, and insufficient resistance to strawberry diseases. The declared characteristics and rich taste are revealed only during secondary fruiting. In addition, in terms of yield, Albion is inferior to such varieties,like Queen Elizabeth.
Temptation
Repairing large-fruited early strawberry variety (description, photo, reviews are attached to the article), bred in England. The plant has a powerful root system, very long peduncles, so it can be used as an ornamental. Can be grown in open or closed ground. The bushes are compact, albeit large. Strawberry leaves are dark green, located on long petioles. Fruiting begins in May and continues until late autumn. The berries are round, medium and large in size, weighing approximately 25-30 g. The taste is quite sweet, with a unique nutmeg aroma. The pulp is juicy and dense. Color - rich red.
This is a fairly productive variety that can produce approximately 1.5 kg of berries or more from one bush. According to the reviews of summer residents and gardeners, the variety is distinguished by high-quality fruits and good yields. Among the minuses, intense mustache formation is noted, which will need to be constantly fought, since strawberries do not like thickening.
Early varieties
Early strawberries begin to bloom with the onset of the first heat. In the Urals, it is often damaged by return frosts, therefore, when grown in open ground, it is advisable to cut off the first flowers so that the bush does not waste its strength in vain. In the southern regions, the first harvest can be harvested in May.
Elsanta
This strawberry variety (photo attached) was bred in Holland in 1981. Bushes of medium size, with a small number of rosettes and mustaches. The leaves are green with a sheen, rather large, wrinkled, pubescent. Shoots are thick, high. The peduncles located on them are placed at the level with the leaves. Inflorescences many-flowered, medium-sized flowers. The berries are large (up to 50 g), cone-shaped. The pulp is red, sweet, with a pleasant dessert taste. Due to its high density, strawberries are suitable for transportation. Elsanta has good winter hardiness and average drought tolerance. In addition, it is resistant to fungal diseases such as gray mold, spotting, etc., but is susceptible to root diseases and powdery mildew. Gardeners and summer residents evaluate this variety positively and note the excellent taste of the fruit, undemanding care.
Asia
Strawberry variety Asia - early. Released in 2005 in Italy. The bushes are large enough, wide. Shoots are thick, tall, with many peduncles. The leaves are green with a sheen, large, slightly wrinkled. The root system is powerful, able to tolerate frost well. The berries are quite large (30-35 g), cone-shaped, slightly flattened, red with a glossy finish. The pulp of strawberries is pale red, very sweet, without internal voids. There is a pronounced strawberry aroma. The stalks come off the berries quite easily. The pulp is quite dense, making this strawberry variety (photo attached) suitable for long-term transportation and storage at moderate temperatures. Berries are quite attractive to look at.
Asia is an industrial grade. The average yield is approximately 1.5-2 kg per bush. The berry has a universal purpose,since it can not only be eaten fresh, but also prepared from it for preservation for the winter. The variety is characterized by average drought resistance and winter hardiness, resistance to many fungal diseases, but is susceptible to powdery mildew, chlorosis and anthracosis.
Gardeners speak of Asia quite positively. Many noted the extremely high taste, attractive appearance and the fact that over time it does not become smaller. In addition, the advantages include high adaptation to various climatic conditions. Among the disadvantages of strawberries is the instability of the crop.
Alba
This early-ripening elite strawberry variety (reviews are given below) was bred in 2003 in Italy. The bushes are densely leafy, vigorous, quite powerful, but at the same time very compact, with a small amount of whiskers. The average height is 35 cm. The berries are quite large, reaching 50 g, uniform, elongated conical shape. Color - bright red, with shine. The fruits taste sweet and sour, very juicy, with a medium aroma. The advantage of this variety is the preservation of its mass throughout the entire period of fruiting. In addition, due to the attractive appearance, high density of berries and the duration of their storage, strawberries have good transportability and high commercial characteristics. Alba is a fast-growing and high-yielding variety that allows you to collect 500-800 g of berries from one bush. The fruits are easily torn off at harvest. In addition, it is worth noting the universal use of strawberries. It canpreserve, freeze, make jams from it, etc.
The variety is winter hardy, hardy and drought resistant. Effectively resists powdery mildew, fire blight and many fungal diseases. Alba is highly susceptible to anthracnose.
According to gardeners, this variety is distinguished by attractive berries, good yields, and presentation. The taste is rated as good, but there are more interesting and sweeter varieties available for personal consumption.
Clery
This early strawberry variety, the description of which we will consider below, was bred in Italy. The berries are quite large (up to 40 g), identical in size, conical in shape. The color is bright red with a sheen (when fully ripe, they become cherry). The taste is very sweet, juicy, there is a strawberry aroma. The density of fruits is high, thanks to which the variety is distinguished by good transportability. Mass ripening of the crop is observed in mid-May. The yield is medium or high, about 10 tons of fruits can be harvested from one hectare of planting. In the first year, you should not expect high yields, since good fruiting, as a rule, begins only from the second season. Clery is an all purpose variety.
Bushes vigorous, sprawling, compact. The stems are tall, there is a large number of mustaches. Strawberries bloom in early May. Flowers are quite resistant to adverse weather conditions.
Clery is hardy, has good winter hardiness and drought tolerance. Strawberries are able to withstand many diseases of the deciduous and root systems. Sometimes due tomalnutrition observed chlorosis.
According to reviews, this is not a very productive, but quite tasty variety with a good presentation, which is profitable for sale.
Kama
The variety was bred by Polish breeders. The berries are bright, red, weighing about 20 g. The shape is classic, slightly ribbed. The fruits are sweet and juicy. As the berries ripen, their taste and aroma become more pronounced. The first harvest is the largest, later the berries become smaller. Flowering starts early and lasts long enough. Kama is a productive variety. On average, up to 1 kg of berries are harvested from one bush, up to 12 tons from 1 ha.
You can harvest the first harvest at the end of May. Fruiting - about a month. When grown in a greenhouse, fruiting begins in mid-spring.
Shrubs of medium height, rather compact. The leaves are small, dark green, heavily pubescent below.
The variety is unpretentious, resistant to gray rot and fungal diseases, but quite sensitive to strawberry mites.
Gardeners speak well of Kama and love it for its high yield, undemanding and good consumer qualities of berries. Among the disadvantages are the vulnerability of leaves to spotting.
Marshmallow
Bred variety in Denmark. Marshmallow has tall bushes, flower stalks are quite powerful, with abundant flowering.
Berries are large, shiny, dark red, ribbed, in the form of a cone. They do not have emptiness inside. Weight up to 40-50 g, less often - 20-25 g. The fruits do not shrink during the season, the taste is good. The pulp is tender and sweet, with a pleasantaroma. The berries are large, but do not bend to the ground when ripe. The yield is medium or high. With good care from the bush, you can harvest up to 1 kg of crop.
The variety is suitable for commercial purposes, because it has an early ripening period and high transportability. Purpose is universal.
Reviews about Zephyr are mostly positive. A friendly and fast return of the crop was noted. And the growing conditions Zephyr is not very demanding. I am pleased with the resistance to gray rot.
Kimberly
Relatively young mid-early variety bred by breeders from Holland. Differs in high productivity (up to 2 kg of berries from a bush). Appointment - universal. Kimberley has gained immense popularity among entrepreneurial gardeners due to the density and elasticity of the fruit, as well as good transportability.
The bushes are squat, powerful and strong. The number of leaves is medium, the color is light green, the shape is rounded. Berries grow on strong peduncles. The fruits are bright scarlet, heart-shaped, large and dense. Weight up to 50 g. The taste is sweet with a rich aroma. Whiskers must be removed to increase yields.
According to reviews, this is one of the best varieties of strawberries. Summer residents and gardeners love Kimberley for its excellent taste, resistance to many diseases, good yields, and high transportability.
Now consider large varieties of strawberries, descriptions and reviews.
Large varieties
Large-fruited strawberries in the garden of any summer resident takes pride of place. It's nice to see when the result of numerous labors barely fits in your hand. Let's consider whatstrawberry varieties are the best.
Honey
Early ripe high-yielding variety obtained in the American city of Honeoye in 1979. The bushes are erect, tall, rather sprawling, with a powerful root system. Strong flower stalks hold fruits well. Honeyi forms a lot of antennae. The leaves are dark green in color. The berries are conical in shape, the color is bright red with a beautiful sheen. The size is medium or large. With good care, sometimes they reach 30-40 grams. The pulp is juicy, elastic, pinkish or pale red. The taste is sweet and fragrant. Strawberries keep a good trade dress up to three or even more days. Handles long haul well. The variety is unpretentious in care, resistant to diseases and pests and is great for beginner gardeners and farms. The only negative is the poor tolerance of drought and excess moisture.
Lord
Mid-late, large-fruited, high-yielding variety, bred in the UK. The berries are large, round-conical, shiny and bright red. The taste is pleasant, sweet and sour. The weight of one fruit is up to 110 g. Up to 5-6 berries can ripen on one peduncle. Productivity - 1, 5 kg from one bush. Due to the good density, the berries are excellent for storing and transporting, but heavy rains can cause crop rot. If the autumn is warm, strawberries sometimes begin to bloom again. These peduncles must be removed so that the bushes gain strength for the winter.
The bush is quite powerful (reaches a height of up to 60 cm), grows rapidly, throws out a lot of whiskers.
Gardeners' opinions about itvarieties are different. Among the positive reviews, good yields, large and sweet fruits were noted. Cons - weak aroma and taste. Due to the mass harvest, empty fruits may come across.
Lord is undemanding to care, but loves warmth, watering and nutrition.
Gigantella
Mid-season variety, bred in Holland. The bushes are large, the leaves are spreading. Berries - up to 100 g, bright scarlet, dense pulp, allowing the crop to be transported. The taste is rich, with a slight aroma of pineapple. The variety is demanding on sunlight and good watering. Reviews of gardeners about Gigantella are only good. It is very productive, the fruits are large, juicy and tasty. With the implementation of all the necessary agricultural practices, even beginners will be able to grow this strawberry. Proper care will provide the whole family with a tasty, he althy and rich harvest.
Maxim
Mid-late strawberry bred in the Netherlands. The bushes are huge, powerful, up to 60 cm in diameter, up to 50 cm high. The leaves are corrugated, large. Harvest - up to 1.5 kg per bush. The berries are very large, bright red, firm, juicy, sweet and fragrant. Maxim is an ideal variety for freezing. Growers love this strawberry for fruit size, good taste and portability.
Divnaya
This early variety was bred in 1897 by domestic breeders. Strawberries have tall, powerful bushes. The berries are bright red, elongated-conical. The pulp is tender, juicy, aromatic, with a dessert taste. Divnaya is characterized by high frost resistance, resistance to most strawberry diseases, including fungal ones. Gardeners speak of this strawberry as a good and promising variety.
Darselect
An early variety bred in 1998 by French breeders. The bushes are powerful, large. The root system is strong and disease resistant. The berries are large, heart-shaped, slightly rounded at the tip. Color specific orange. The taste of berries is quite sweet, with sourness. The size is large, weight - up to 30 g. Productivity - 800 or more grams of strawberries from one bush. The variety tolerates transportation well.
Reviews about Darselect are mostly positive. Good taste, strawberry aroma, large size of beautiful berries, high transportability, unpretentiousness in care and resistance to diseases are noted. An excellent variety of strawberries for the Moscow region.
Festival
One of the best mid-season high-yielding strawberry varieties. Bushes are tall and compact. The leaves are thick and tall. The berries are cone-shaped, bright red. The first fruits are quite large (up to 50 g). Pulp of medium density. Harvest perfectly tolerates transportation. Festivalnaya is resistant to diseases. This is a very popular variety among gardeners.
Zenga (Zengana)
This late variety was bred in 1954 in Germany. The bushes are quite tall, there are many dark green leaves with a characteristic sheen. The fruits are large, red, with a beautiful sheen and dense skin. The average weight is 10-12 g. The first berries can reach 25-30 g. The taste of strawberries is sour-sweet. The variety is quite productive. The plant tolerates severe frosts well, but does not like drought and excessiveheat.
According to reviews, the variety is not bad, but some gardeners noted the average taste. Since Zenga is often affected by gray rot, many farmers refuse to grow it for industrial purposes.
Marshal
A mid-season variety, bred in America in 1890. The bushes are tall, strongly leafy. The root system is powerful, tolerates summer heat and cold winters well. The plant is resistant to fungal diseases. The fruits are quite large, the color of the berries is bright red, the shape is in the form of a scallop. The pulp is juicy, with a specific sourness.
Gardeners generally respond positively to this variety, as the harvest pleases with first-class taste and high commodity indicators. Among the minuses, the sourness of fruits is most often noted with a lack of sun or moisture.
So, we have reviewed popular strawberry varieties with photos, descriptions and reviews. Having a general idea of each type, you can grow fresh, tasty, juicy, fragrant and he althy berries on your site, and without any chemicals.
