Strawberry 'Cambridge Favourite'

Fragaria x ananassa

How to grow Strawberry 'Cambridge Favourite'

  • Full Sun

  • High

Control mould as required. Remove old foliage after cropping
Mulch with straw to keep the developing berries off the ground
Pull old leaves off the plant after harvest to encourage fresh growth and let light into the crown

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water often. Keep in mind when planting that Cambridge Favourite is thought of as hardy, so this plant will survive close to or on freezing temperatures. Planting Cambridge Favourite in loamy and clay soil with a ph of between 5.5 and 7.5 is ideal for as it does best in weakly acidic soil to weakly alkaline soil.

Growing Cambridge Favourite from seed

Can be grown from seed, but quicker and free from the runners in late summer

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 Cambridge Favourite

Best in sun, on humus rich well drained soil.
Prepare the ground and remove the weeds throughly, as the plants will be in place for a year or two

As Cambridge Favourite is hardy, ensure temperatures are mild enough to plant out - wait until after your last frost date to be on the safe side.

Harvesting Cambridge Favourite

Pale pink and red, medium to large conical fruit with a good flavour. It is vigorous and heavy cropping
Recommended for jam making

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