Jewel Strawberry Plants

Jewel Strawberry is a classic June-bearing strawberry variety prized for its large, deep-red berries and exceptional flavor. Developed in New York and released in 1985, Jewel has become a favorite among home gardeners for its adaptability, high productivity, and reliably sweet harvests. This vigorous variety produces glossy, wedge-shaped fruit that’s perfect for fresh eating, baking, freezing, and preserving. With strong disease resistance and straightforward care, Jewel is an excellent choice for both beginner and experienced growers.

Plants are shipped as bare-root bundles in quantities of 10 or 25 plants.

SHIPPING INFO: This product begins shipping in March. We will try to ship within the ideal planting window for your growing zone.

Why Grow Jewel Strawberry?

• Produces large, deep-red berries with outstanding sweetness
• June-bearing variety with concentrated early summer harvest
• Vigorous growth and dependable yields
• Great for fresh eating, jams, pies, and freezing
• Beginner-friendly with strong disease resistance

Growing Information

🌱 Plant Type: Bare root strawberry (June-bearing)
🌱 Hardiness Zones: 4–8
🌱 Mature Size: Up to 12 inches tall and wide
🌱 When to Plant: Early spring, as soon as soil can be worked
🌱 When to Harvest: Mid-June through early July (typically over a 2–3 week period)

Cultivation Tips

• Soil requirements: Plant in well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter. Incorporate compost before planting and avoid low areas where water may pool.
• Sunlight: Full sun (6–8+ hours daily) for best fruit size and sweetness.
• Planting depth: Set plants so the crown sits just above the soil surface.
• Spacing: Approximately 12 inches apart (can be spaced wider if desired).
• Watering: Water thoroughly after planting and maintain consistent moisture throughout the growing season. Mulching helps retain moisture and suppress weeds.
• Harvesting: Pick berries when fully red and fragrant. Harvest every few days during peak season.
• Landscape use: Excellent for garden beds, borders, containers, and edible landscapes. Jewel’s compact habit also works well as a ground cover.

Click here for our Strawberry Bare Root Planting Guide

History

Jewel Strawberry was bred by Cornell AgriTech in New York and released in 1985. It quickly gained popularity for its combination of large fruit size, excellent flavor, and strong garden performance. Known for its vigor and consistency, Jewel remains one of the most widely grown June-bearing strawberries in home gardens today.

Non-GMO Commitment: At The Farm on Central, all our plants are guaranteed non-GMO and not genetically modified in any way, upholding natural breeding methods and promoting sustainable gardening and farming practices.

Growing method: Conventionally grown.

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