Camarosa

Family: Rosaceae Fruit

Planting Schedule

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First comes the fragrance—sweet, sun-warmed strawberry perfume that rises the moment the berries blush.

Camarosa delivers bright, glossy fruit with a firm, juicy bite and a classic, well-balanced flavor that shines whether you’re enjoying them straight from the garden or turning them into vibrant preserves and sauces.

Light: Full SunHabit: Perennial_Crown

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Camarosa Planting Dates by USDA Zone

Estimated US hardiness-zone windows for sow, transplant, and harvest. Enter a US ZIP above for exact local dates, or open a zone below.

Zone	Start Indoors	Sow / Transplant	Harvest
Zone 1a	Direct Sow	Jun 15th	Jun 15th – Jul 15th
Zone 1b	Direct Sow	Jun 1st	Jun 1st – Aug 1st
Zone 2a	Direct Sow	May 25th	May 25th – Aug 29th
Zone 2b	Direct Sow	May 15th	May 15th – Aug 25th
Zone 3a	Direct Sow	May 15th	May 15th – Sep 1st
Zone 3b	Direct Sow	May 19th	May 19th – Sep 21st
Zone 4a	Direct Sow	May 15th	May 15th – Sep 24th
Zone 4b	Direct Sow	May 13th	May 13th – Sep 27th
Zone 5a	Direct Sow	May 8th	May 8th – Sep 30th
Zone 5b	Direct Sow	May 4th	May 4th – Oct 5th
Zone 6a	Direct Sow	May 1st	May 1st – Oct 10th
Zone 6b	Direct Sow	Apr 25th	Apr 25th – Oct 16th
Zone 7a	Direct Sow	Apr 20th	Apr 20th – Oct 20th
Zone 7b	Direct Sow	Apr 10th	Apr 10th – Oct 28th
Zone 8a	Direct Sow	Apr 1st	Apr 1st – Nov 5th
Zone 8b	Direct Sow	Mar 23rd	Mar 23rd – Nov 12th
Zone 9a	Direct Sow	Mar 6th	Mar 6th – Nov 26th
Zone 9b	Direct Sow	Feb 9th	Feb 9th – Dec 9th
Zone 10a	—	Oct 1st	Nov 15th – Feb 28th
Zone 10b	—	Oct 1st	Nov 15th – Feb 28th
Zone 11a	—	Oct 1st	Nov 15th – Feb 28th
Zone 11b	—	Oct 1st	Nov 15th – Feb 28th
Zone 12a	—	Oct 1st	Nov 15th – Feb 28th
Zone 12b	—	Oct 1st	Nov 15th – Feb 28th
Zone 13a	—	Oct 1st	Nov 15th – Feb 28th
Zone 13b	—	Oct 1st	Nov 15th – Feb 28th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	N/A
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Perennial_Crown
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	70
Min Soil Temp (°F)	45
Min Night Temp (°F)	32
Harden Off (days)	Not Required

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Camarosa holds together with a firm, juicy chewideal when you want berries to stay present instead of turning into jammy mush. Its classic balance of sweetness and bright acidity makes it fly in quick macerations and thickened sauces, where the aroma stays front-and-center.

Best Uses

eat freshespecially slightly chilled for a snappy bite
cook-down strawberry preserves and jam with good structure (less collapse)
fast maceration for syrupy topping without turning grainy
stirred into yogurt or whipped ricotta for a spoonable, fruit-forward finish

Flavor Profile

sun-warmed strawberry sweetness bright berry acidity firm, juicy bite with clean chew glossy, aromatic perfume

Kitchen Pairings

balsamic vinegar vanilla lemon zest whipped cream or mascarpone dark chocolate black pepper

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the most common strawberry (Fragaria × ananassa) disease in home gardens, and how do I manage it?

A very common problem is gray mold (Botrytis), which shows up as fuzzy gray growth on berries and soft rot during humid weather. Remove and discard affected berries immediately, improve airflow between plants, and avoid wetting foliage by watering at the soil line. If rain or humidity stays high, use a light straw mulch to keep berries off the soil and reduce splashing that spreads the fungus.

How often should I water Fragaria × ananassa during the main growing/fruiting phase?

During flowering and fruit development, keep the root zone evenly moist but not soggy—aim for about 1–1.5 inches of water per week depending on heat and rainfall. Water in the morning so leaves dry quickly, and check that the top few inches of soil aren’t drying out completely before watering again. If you see plants wilting midday yet soil feels wet or muddy, adjust frequency downward to prevent crown/root stress.

How can I tell when Camarosa strawberries are ready to harvest?

Harvest when berries are fully red (or mostly red depending on your preference) with white cores disappearing and the seeds looking set but not hard. Berries should detach easily with a gentle twist and still feel fragrant and firm, not soft or leaking juice. Pick every 1–2 days during peak ripening to avoid overripe fruit that attracts rot and pests.