Quinault

Strawberry

Zone 9b Save Garden

🌱 90d to harvest Clumping

Aromas of sun-warmed berries rise at first touch—Quinault Strawberry delivers a lush, sweet-tart perfume with a vivid, glossy red…

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Direct Sow
Last Frost	Feb 9th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Feb 9th
Harvest Begins	May 10th
Harvest Ends	Dec 9th

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

Recommended Companions

African Marigold Marigold

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.

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.

Sowing Tips

Transplant Conditions

Wait until soil reaches 40°F and nights stay above 32°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 5 days first.

Expert Note

For the best container and hanging performance, keep crowns at soil level and replace/refresh plants after 2–3 productive seasons to maintain large, sweet berries.