Wonder why they call them STRAWberries? It has to do with how to winterize strawberry plants and the best layer of protection ...

Most gardening experts suggest winterizing raised garden beds as soon as the first light frosts hit and gardens go dormant.

Winterize strawberries after several frosts, before the ground freezes—typically in November or December. In-ground plants need pruning, fertilizer, and a 3–5 inch mulch layer to protect crowns ...

My strawberry bed has become so crowded with plants that it is no longer producing much fruit. Is this a good time to start a new bed? It is true that strawberry beds become so clogged with plants ...