Ft. Laramie Strawberry Seeds for Planting – Everbearing, Hardy & Sweet Berries

Enjoy fresh, homegrown strawberries throughout the season with Ft. Laramie Strawberry Seeds. This everbearing variety is prized for its large, sweet, and aromatic berries that fruit from early summer to frost. Exceptionally hardy and adaptable, Ft. Laramie strawberries thrive in diverse climates, making them a top choice for gardeners across the U.S. Perfect for raised beds, hanging baskets, or garden rows, they deliver abundant harvests of flavorful, juicy fruit.

Features

• Everbearing Variety: Produces multiple harvests from spring through fall.

• Cold-Hardy & Resilient: Thrives in cooler climates and tolerates frost well.

• Sweet & Aromatic Flavor: Large, bright red strawberries with rich sweetness.

• Compact & Productive: Ideal for home gardens, patios, and containers.

• High-Germination Seeds: Non-GMO seeds for strong, healthy plants.

Specifications

• Botanical Name: Fragaria × ananassa ‘Ft. Laramie’

• Common Name: Ft. Laramie Strawberry

• Seed Type: Non-GMO, Heirloom Variety

• Growth Habit: Perennial fruit-bearing plant

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–10

• Sun Exposure: Full sun (6–8 hours daily)

• Soil Type: Well-drained, rich loamy soil with organic matter

• Soil pH: 5.5–6.8 (slightly acidic)

• Watering Needs: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist

• Germination Time: 14–30 days

• Maturity Period: 3–4 months to first fruiting

• Planting Season: Early spring or late summer

• Planting Depth: 0.25 inch (0.6 cm)

• Spacing: 10–12 inches apart in rows 18 inches apart

• Temperature for Germination: 60–75°F (15–24°C)

• Plant Height: 6–8 inches

• Pollination: Self-pollinating

• Harvest Season: Late spring through fall (multiple harvests)

• Uses: Fresh eating, desserts, preserves, smoothies, and baking

Planting Guide

1. Stratify seeds by placing them in a moist paper towel and refrigerating for 2–3 weeks.

2. Sow seeds 0.25 inch deep in seed trays or pots filled with moist soil.

3. Maintain consistent warmth and light until germination occurs (14–30 days).

4. Once seedlings develop, transplant them into well-drained garden soil or containers.

5. Water regularly, avoiding waterlogged conditions.

6. Apply mulch around plants to retain moisture and prevent weeds.

7. Harvest ripe strawberries when fully red for the best flavor and sweetness.