Tribute

Family: Rosaceae Fruit

Planting Schedule

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Sweetly perfumed berries of Tribute arrive with a vivid, glossy scarlet sheen and a tender, juicy bite that feels bright and velvety on the palate.

Their balanced flavor—classic strawberry sweetness with a gentle, refreshing lift—makes them a standout for fresh enjoyment, as well as for spoonable preserves and vibrant sauces. Grow Tribute for a season-long harvest rhythm that turns your garden into a fragrant, berry-bright destination.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 90 DaysHabit: Perennial_Crown

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Tribute 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	Sep 13th – Jul 15th
Zone 1b	Direct Sow	Jun 1st	Aug 30th – Aug 1st
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	Perennial_Crown
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	70
Min Soil Temp (°F)	40
Min Night Temp (°F)	32
Harden Off (days)	7

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Tribute strawberries hit with classic, perfumed sweetness and a tender, juicy bite that translates cleanly from raw to spoonable—short cooks keep their aroma from turning flat. If you want a glossy sauce that coats instead of weeps, macerate briefly and strain/finish fast.

Best Uses

macera-te and spoon over vanilla ice cream (juices stay glossy, not muddy)
quick high-flavor preserve or jam (short cook to keep the perfume intact)
warm berry glaze for pancakes or pound cake (thickens fast, clings without tasting cooked-down)
blitzed strawberry sauce for cheesecake or yogurt (silky mouthfeel, minimal seeds in fine strain)

Flavor Profile

sweetly perfumed strawberry sweetness gentle, refreshing lift tender juicy bite bright glossy scarlet berry aroma

Kitchen Pairings

vanilla dark chocolate lemon zest fresh basil whipped cream balsamic vinegar

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Gray mold (Botrytis) is very common, especially when berries stay wet and plants are crowded. Remove and discard any gray, fuzzy, or moldy berries right away, thin runners to improve airflow, and water at the soil line (not over the crown or leaves). If it keeps recurring, use a labeled fungicide for strawberries and follow the exact pre-harvest interval on the product label.

How often should I water Fragaria × ananassa during peak fruiting, and what soil moisture level should I aim for?

During the main fruiting period, keep the soil evenly moist—about 1 inch of water per week total from rain and irrigation. Water deeply when the top 1 inch of soil feels dry, and avoid letting berries sit in soggy soil, which increases Botrytis. Use mulch to reduce moisture swings and keep fruit off damp soil.

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

Harvest when berries are fully red from tip to top with no white or pale green shoulders, and they separate easily from the plant with a gentle twist. Pick every 1–2 days during peak ripening for the best flavor and to reduce overripe fruit that attracts pests and disease. Berries are delicate—handle them carefully so they don’t bruise.