strawberry climbing 'Mount Everest'
climbing strawberry - mid season fruiting
Produces runners up to 1m long which can be tied onto a sturdy cane, wigwam or trellis enabling the fruit...
12cm pot
£12.99
available to order from spring
6 × 12cm pots
£54.99
£77.94
available to order from spring
3 × 12cm pots
£19.99
£26.97
available to order from spring
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Plant description
Produces runners up to 1m long which can be tied onto a sturdy cane, wigwam or trellis enabling the fruit to be kept off the ground and away from certain pests like slugs and snails, ‘Mount Everest’ is a mid-season strawberry that produces sweet, juicy fruits over a long period from mid-June right the way into September. A fast and strong growing plant, this tasty variety will be equally dramatic spilling from windowboxes and hanging baskets. mid-sized strawberries for a long period from mid June up to mid september.
Eventual height & spread
Plant features
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Fast-growing
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for strawberry Mount Everest:
Plants purchased as runners are sent out as dormant bare root plants and should be planted out within a couple of days of arrival. Soak the plants in tepid water for 20 minutes to rehydrate their roots while you dig holes twice the width of the root system. Place the strawberries with the crown level with the crown level with the soil and spread the roots before filling in the hole, incorporating plenty of organic matter.
Plants purchased in pots, and as runners, can be spaced at 45cm (18in) apart, leaving 75cm (30in) between rows. Water thoroughly after planting and mulch around the base, avoiding the crown - they will put on new growth in spring. During warm weather and fruit growth, ensure plants are well-watered. Prevent fruit contact with soil by using a thick layer of straw, or re-usable strawberry collar around each plant. Strawberries can also be planted in tubs, containers and hanging baskets.
Plants purchased in pots, and as runners, can be spaced at 45cm (18in) apart, leaving 75cm (30in) between rows. Water thoroughly after planting and mulch around the base, avoiding the crown - they will put on new growth in spring. During warm weather and fruit growth, ensure plants are well-watered. Prevent fruit contact with soil by using a thick layer of straw, or re-usable strawberry collar around each plant. Strawberries can also be planted in tubs, containers and hanging baskets.
Please note:
This plant is semi-evergreen, so it can lose some of its leaves in winter. In colder regions or more exposed gardens, it may lose them all, but then fresh new foliage appears again in spring.
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