Seascape

Strawberry

90d to harvest

Sun-warmed sweetness arrives with Seascape’s glossy, medium-to-large strawberries, bursting into a bright, balanced flavor that feels both juicy and richly aromatic. The berries hold a tender, succulent bite with a classic strawberry texture—firm enough to showcase their shape, yet yielding readily for fresh enjoyment and preserves. Grow Seascape for abundant, garden-ready harvests around 90 days, ideal for turning into vibrant jams, spoonable sauces, and tangy pickled-style preserves that keep their color beautifully.

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Direct Sow
Last Frost	May 8th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	May 8th
Harvest Begins	Aug 6th
Harvest Ends	Sep 30th

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)	45
Min Night Temp (°F)	32
Harden Off (days)	7

Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease is most likely on Fragaria × ananassa (Seascape), and how can I control it at home?

Watch for strawberry leaf blight (a fungal disease) and gray mold (Botrytis) on flowers/fruit, which are common when foliage stays wet. Remove and destroy infected leaves or fruit, then improve airflow by thinning runners and keeping leaves off the soil with clean straw or row cover. Water in the morning at the soil line (not overhead) and avoid working plants when leaves are damp to slow spread.

How often should I water Seascape strawberries during peak fruiting, and what soil moisture level should I maintain?

During the main growing and fruiting period, keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy—aim for about 1 inch (2.5 cm) of water per week total from rainfall plus irrigation. Water deeply 2–3 times per week depending on heat and soil, so the top 6–8 in (15–20 cm) stays evenly damp. If berries develop while the soil is drying out or cracking, increase watering frequency rather than just giving a small splash.

How do I know when Seascape strawberries are ready to harvest?

Harvest when berries are fully red (no white or green shoulders) and easily detach with a gentle twist. Pick every 1–2 days during the ripening window because Seascape fruit can turn quickly in warm weather. For best flavor, harvest in the morning after dew has dried but before midday heat softens the fruit.