Strawberry 'Redgauntlet'

Fragaria x ananassa

How to grow Strawberry 'Redgauntlet'

  • Full Sun

  • High

Remove old foliage after cropping, may develop mould
Renew plants every two to three seasons, as part of a crop rotation in a different part of the garden.
Mulch with straw as the flowers develop so porevent the ripening berries from touching the ground

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water often. Keep in mind when planting that Redgauntlet is thought of as hardy, so this plant will survive close to or on freezing temperatures. Ideally plant in loamy and clay soil and try to keep the ph of your soil between the range of 5.0 and 7.5 as Redgauntlet likes to be in moderately acidic soil to weakly alkaline soil.

Growing Redgauntlet from seed

Best and free from runners produced from the established plant after harvesting. Although it can also be grown from seed

Sow 0.0 inches (0.0 cm) deep with a guideline distance of 11.7 inches (30.0 cm). Soil temperature should be kept higher than 20°C / 68°F to ensure good germination.

Transplanting Redgauntlet

Best in sun on humus rich well drained soil
Also in pots or containers, growing bags or hanging baskets

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Redgauntlet is a hardy plant.

Harvesting Redgauntlet

Redgauntlet is grown for its extended cropping season, and after an early start it can often produce a second flush of flowers and fruit.

This variety tends to be ready for harvesting by mid summer.

Other Names for Strawberry 'Redgauntlet'

Red gauntlet