On Sun, 28 Mar 2010 17:52:50 -0600, Omelet >
wrote:

>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.

How many are you planning to buy? We just got 100 plants from Miller
Nursery for $48 including shipping.
--
Susan N.

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