Eversweet

Family: Rosaceae Fruit

Planting Schedule

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Sweet, sun-warmed fragrance rises the moment you pick Eversweet—an inviting blend of bright berry perfume and true strawberry sweetness.

The fruit is medium-sized with a vivid, glossy red finish and a tender, juicy bite that feels lush and satisfying. Grow Eversweet for fresh enjoyment and for showstopping preserves and sauces that capture its vivid flavor at its peak.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 90 DaysHabit: Clumping

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Eversweet 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	Protected Environment Only
Zone 1b	Protected Environment Only
Zone 2a	Direct Sow	May 25th	Aug 23rd – Aug 29th
Zone 2b	Direct Sow	May 15th	Aug 13th – Aug 25th
Zone 3a	Direct Sow	May 15th	Aug 13th – Sep 1st
Zone 3b	Direct Sow	May 19th	Aug 17th – Sep 21st
Zone 4a	Direct Sow	May 15th	Aug 13th – Sep 24th
Zone 4b	Direct Sow	May 13th	Aug 11th – Sep 27th
Zone 5a	Direct Sow	May 8th	Aug 6th – Sep 30th
Zone 5b	Direct Sow	May 4th	Aug 2nd – Oct 5th
Zone 6a	Direct Sow	May 1st	Jul 30th – Oct 10th
Zone 6b	Direct Sow	Apr 25th	Jul 24th – Oct 16th
Zone 7a	Direct Sow	Apr 20th	Jul 19th – Oct 20th
Zone 7b	Direct Sow	Apr 10th	Jul 9th – Oct 28th
Zone 8a	Direct Sow	Apr 1st	Jun 30th – Nov 5th
Zone 8b	Direct Sow	Mar 23rd	Jun 21st – Nov 12th
Zone 9a	Direct Sow	Mar 6th	Jun 4th – Nov 26th
Zone 9b	Direct Sow	Feb 9th	May 10th – Dec 9th
Zone 10a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 10b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 11a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 11b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 12a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 12b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 13a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 13b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 30th – Feb 28th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	90
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Clumping
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	68
Min Soil Temp (°F)	40
Min Night Temp (°F)	35
Harden Off (days)	7

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Eversweet is the kind of strawberry that practically smells like dessert the second it hits your palm—sweet, juicy, and tender enough to eat raw without dilution. When you cook it, go gentle: quick reduction or maceration pulls out a glossy syrup without turning it flat or dull, so it stays showy in preserves and spoon sauces.

Best Uses

fresh eating where they can be fully warmed and glossy
quick maceration for spoonable syrup over yogurt or pound cake
small-batch preserves—let the berries keep their shape while the juices thicken
stir-together strawberry sauce for cheesecake-style swirls or warm fruit compotes

Flavor Profile

true strawberry sweetness with a bright berry perfume lush, juicy tenderness sun-warmed, candy-like aroma that keeps its identity when cooked

Kitchen Pairings

vanilla balsamic vinegar lemon zest whipped cream yogurt dark chocolate

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s a common strawberry (Fragaria × ananassa) pest or disease in home gardens, and how do I fix it?

Botrytis fruit rot (“gray mold”) is one of the most common problems, especially when fruit stays damp. Remove and discard any soft, gray-moldy berries, improve air movement by spacing plants, and water at the base in the morning so foliage doesn’t remain wet overnight. If it keeps recurring, rotate away from strawberry beds and keep mulch clean so spores can’t splash back onto ripe fruit.

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

During active flowering and fruiting, keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged—typically about 1 inch (2.5 cm) of water per week, adjusting for heat and rainfall. Water deeply at the crown/root zone rather than misting leaves, and only let the top 1/2 inch (1 cm) of soil dry slightly between waterings. Consistent moisture reduces berry splitting and helps plants maintain size through the ~90-day season.

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

Harvest when berries are fully red (no white or green shoulders), glossy, and firm enough to pick without squishing. For best flavor, pick in the morning and leave slightly overripe berries to develop fully on the plant rather than pulling under-ripe ones. If berries taste sharp or look pale, wait a few days and check again—Fragaria × ananassa matures over roughly 90 days from planting.