In article >,
The Cook > wrote:

> >There seem to be a number of varieties. I've had trouble growing them
> >here. Probably not enough water.
> >
> >Since the Asparagus raised bed is not doing well, I may re-convert that
> >to a strawberry bed. I dunno. I think they do best in a sandy soil? I
> >could modify the top layer in that bed, then go from there.
> >
> >California imported strawberries are typically better than the local
> >Poteet strawberries.
>
> Ours grow very well in amended clay. The only times we got poor
> production was the year that it got down into the 20's 4 nights in a
> row and froze the berries and last year when it rained too much and
> the berries rotted. Check with your county agricultural agent to see
> what varieties do the best in your area.
> --
> Susan N.

I will do that, thanks!
I've found good deals in the past on bulk berry plants on ebay.
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