Quinault

Family: Rosaceae Fruit

Planting Schedule

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Aromas of sun-warmed berries rise at first touch—Quinault Strawberry delivers a lush, sweet-tart perfume with a vivid, glossy red that practically glows in the garden.

The fruit is richly juicy and tender-fleshed, with a classic strawberry snap and a balanced flavor that shines whether you savor it fresh or let it become a centerpiece for preserves and sauces. Grow Quinault for a generous, early-to-season harvest that turns beds and containers into a living ribbon of color.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 90 DaysHabit: Clumping

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Quinault 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)	70
Min Soil Temp (°F)	40
Min Night Temp (°F)	32
Harden Off (days)	5

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Quinault leans into the classic strawberry hit—aromatic, juicy, and tender with a satisfying snap—so it stays vivid even when you move fast with sugar and a short maceration. Use it where the fruit flavor has the mic: dairy, vanilla, citrus, and chocolate that can hold up to that bright, balanced tang.

Best Uses

eat-in-hand and sliced with minimal meddling (honey/cream)
quick-macerated strawberries for spooning over pancakes or yogurt
jam or sauce where you want fruit-forward brightness without tasting flat or stewy

Flavor Profile

sweet-tart, sun-warmed berry perfume glossy, juicy tenderness with a clean snap balanced acidity that doesn’t claw at the palate

Kitchen Pairings

vanilla fine dairy (fresh cream, crème fraîche, mascarpone) lemon zest dark chocolate basil

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the most common disease pest issue for Fragaria × ananassa (quinault strawberries) in home gardens, and how do I manage it?

Watch for gray mold (Botrytis) on berries, especially when plants stay wet or fruit touches soil. Remove and discard infected berries immediately, improve airflow with wider spacing, and water at the soil line (not over the leaves). If you’re seeing repeated outbreaks, use a strawberry-safe fungicide labeled for edible fruit and follow the label reapplication interval.

How often should I water Fragaria × ananassa during the main growing phase, and what soil moisture level should I maintain?

During active growth and fruiting, keep soil consistently moist but not soggy—aim for about 1–1.5 inches of water per week, split into 1–2 deep waterings. Let the top 1 inch of soil dry slightly between waterings so roots don’t sit in water. Mulch can help stabilize moisture, which reduces berry rot.

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

Harvest when berries are fully red (no white or green shoulders), glossy, and easily detach when you gently lift and twist. For best flavor, pick in the morning after dew dries but before the hottest part of the day. If berries still taste tart and hard, leave them a few more days on the plant to finish ripening.