10 best varieties of strawberries for the Moscow region

Strawberries are everyone's favorite berry, which, depending on the variety, can be grown in different climatic conditions. Few people know that it is an excellent source of vitamin C and strengthens the immune system well. Residents of the Moscow region have more than 30 varieties of strawberries to choose from, which, despite the harsh winter and hot summer, give a good harvest. Their main difference is resistance to changeable weather conditions. Most of the varieties were bred by breeders specifically for this region. The optimal landing time here is the end of August. Successful cultivation requires open ground in a flat, sunny area protected from strong winds. The ideal soil is loamy or sandy with humus. To obtain a high yield of strawberries in the Moscow region, after planting, it is necessary to regularly moisten it, fertilize it with useful substances and treat it from weeds, as well as weed and trim the antennae. What should you start from when choosing a strawberry variety for your garden?

• Ripening period. Strawberries are classified into early, medium and late varieties. They will ripen for a specific period from June to September.
• Taste qualities. Strawberries can be very sweet or slightly sour. Each variety is tasty in its own way, it is worth choosing according to this criterion based on your taste preferences.
• Place of purchase. It is better to buy seedlings for the Moscow region in local nurseries. This guarantees their excellent survival rate.
• Productivity. This characteristic shows how many kilograms of strawberries can be harvested per season from one bush. The maximum figure for the Moscow region is 2 kg.

We have compiled a rating of the best strawberry varieties for the Moscow region with descriptions and photos. The selection took into account the following:

• yield;
• appearance;
• taste properties;
• growing conditions.

The best early varieties of strawberries for the Moscow region

Early varieties of strawberries begin to delight the gardener with their harvest in May. The optimal ripening period for them is late spring or early summer. Below are the best early varieties of strawberries for the Moscow region with descriptions and photos.

3 Sudarushka

Another popular strawberry variety for the Moscow region is Sudarushka. It is distinguished by its unusual ovoid shape and large berry size. Each has a red-scarlet color, glossy surface with a lot of small seeds. The strawberry variety is very aromatic and juicy to taste. Another peculiarity is that the berries can weigh up to 34 g. The taste of Sudarushka strawberry is sweet and sour. Experts note that the variety is very resistant to viruses and cold weather.

The variety loves additives to the soil and top dressing, and reacts to this with increased yields. Has a rich strawberry aroma. The berry was created for universal use (freezing, jam, juice). Productivity is about 1 kg per bush. The main advantages: large size of berries, high marks from experts, good climate tolerance in the Moscow region, resistance to freezing, excellent reviews.

2 Elsanta

Elsanta is a unique variety that combines many positive qualities. The berry weight reaches 45 grams, and in one season up to 1.7 kg of the crop can be harvested from the bush. At the same time, strawberries have excellent taste properties - they are very sweet and juicy. In terms of care, it is a rather unpretentious variety. The only condition is regular hydration. It takes root well in the Moscow region. During the winter period, it needs a warm shelter.

The berries of the variety are very resistant to transportation and can be stored for a long time. The strawberry is medium in size and round in shape. Color - bright red with yellowish seeds. Another important feature is excellent disease resistance. The distance between the bushes when planting is 40 cm. This variety, unlike most others, does not need feeding.The main advantages: increased resistance to diseases, high productivity, excellent taste, unpretentiousness, the best reviews of gardeners.

1 Darselect

"Darselect" refers to early ripening varieties. Outdoors, it bears fruit for a month, usually in July. Proper care will allow you to harvest from berries weighing 25-30 grams. Although in some cases it reaches 60 g. A distinctive feature of the variety is its heart-shaped shape. The color "Darselect" can be described as orange-red. By the way, when grown in a greenhouse, strawberries begin to bear fruit at the end of spring. The root system of the variety is very developed. Average yield - about 1 kg.

Has a light strawberry aroma. It tastes quite sweet, but has a slight sourness. The variety should be planted on a flat surface (not in recesses), otherwise it will be susceptible to disease. The ideal time for planting is early fall. The distance between the holes should not be less than 40 cm. Abundant watering will help the strawberries calmly survive the hot summer in the region. Advantages: excellent taste, frost resistance, good yield.

The best medium-sized strawberries for the Moscow region

Medium strawberries begin to bear fruit towards mid-June. Each variety has its own ripening period, but more often it falls in the last weeks of June. The rating includes the best average strawberries with photos and descriptions.

2 Arosa

This strawberry variety, originally from Italy, has earned many excellent reviews from gardeners. It is a mix of the popular Chandler and Marmalade. In appearance, the berries are conical, slightly flattened, orange-red in color. The strawberry variety shimmers very beautifully in the sun. An important feature of Arosa is its taste. The sweet flesh goes well with wine notes. Outdoors, fruiting begins in mid-June. The average weight is 30 g, but larger berries are often found - up to 45 g.

The variety is very fond of warmth, moisture and requires special attention. For example, when planting, you need to protect the strawberries from the wind, and build a special shelter before wintering. Has a good density. Suitable for transportation. Reviews of gardeners about the variety are more often positive. Advantages: tasty large berries, transportability. Disadvantages: he loves warmth and moisture very much, tolerates frosts worse than others.

1 Asia

Variety "Asia" is represented by cone-shaped berries with an average weight of 40 g and a maximum of 100 grams in rare cases. It was bred over 10 years ago in Italy and is still highly regarded by gardeners. Perfectly adapted to the Russian frosts and does not freeze without shelter even at minus 17 degrees. The color is bright red and the surface is shiny. Strawberries love sun, flat areas and regular watering. Has a pronounced aroma and sweet taste.

Subject to all the rules of care, the yield will be quite good. After picking, the berry is stored for a long time and is excellent for transportation. Outdoors in the Moscow region, it ripens by June and bears fruit within a month. The yield of the variety is another positive side of it. It reaches 1.5 kg with proper care. Main advantages: high yield, frost resistance, excellent taste and aroma. Cons: Medium disease and drought resistance.

The best late strawberry varieties for the Moscow region

The main difference between the late strawberry varieties is the harvest until July. But due to its good preservation, it is still relevant in September. When summer has passed, and rainy autumn has replaced the heat, sweet berries will come in handy more than ever. Below you can find a description, photos and reviews of the most popular late varieties.

2 Alice

"Alice" is a late ripening dessert variety with very tasty and large berries. It belongs to new varieties, bred by English breeders. The strawberries are juicy, with sweet pulp and a beautiful smooth texture. The shape of the fruit is conical.An equally important feature is the high yield - an average of 1.3 kg per season from a bush. Outdoors, the ripening period begins in July. Alice is easy to plant and grow. The berries are quite large in size, they reach 35 mm in diameter.

According to the research results, the variety is very resistant to diseases such as powdery mildew. It also perfectly adapts to different climatic conditions and can be grown in a wide variety of regions (including the Moscow region). Strawberries are often transported over long distances while maintaining their freshness. Main advantages: high yield, easy adaptation to different climatic conditions, tasty large berries with juicy pulp.

1 Malvina

One of the most popular late varieties is Malvina. It is distinguished by large berries (up to 45 g) with a pronounced sweet taste and high sugar content. The variety was bred quite recently - in 2010 in Germany. At the beginning of ripening, the berry has a beautiful scarlet color, and towards the end - a deep burgundy. The pulp is sweet, medium density. Strawberry "Malvina" is not affected by the negative influence of the sun and tolerates rainy weather well. The fruiting period falls at the end of June-beginning of July, when all the early varieties have already faded.

The berry has a luxurious strawberry aroma. If you focus on the reviews of gardeners, then we can summarize that the variety easily tolerates any bad weather. High yield is another plus of Malvina. In addition, the berries are adapted for long transportation and storage. Main advantages: high palatability from the beginning to the end of fruiting, transportability, the latest ripening, increased berry size, good reviews.

The best remontant strawberry varieties for the Moscow region

The remontant strawberry is a modern variety with several fruiting periods, one of which often falls in August. In addition, this variety implies oversized berries with very high palatability. They are always juicy and sweet. Below are the best remontant strawberry varieties with descriptions and photos for them.

3 Monterey

A relative of the Albion variety, the Californian Monterey has medium-sized, very sweet, cone-shaped berries. It is suitable for planting both in an open, sunny place and under a canopy. A large number of berries grow on each bush. Conical shape with a sharp tip, maximum strawberry weight - 30 grams. The outdoor flowering period begins in May and lasts until autumn. Harvesting takes place 3-4 times per season. And in pots it can ripen all year round, even in a city apartment.

At too low temperatures, the yield drops. Under normal conditions, it varies from 500 g to 2 kg per bush. By the way, during the second stage of fruiting, the taste becomes more intense and bright. When frozen, the strawberry variety does not lose its taste and does not change its appearance. The main advantages: high yield, rich taste, unpretentious variety, fruiting all year round under certain conditions, many positive reviews.

2 Mara de Bois

"Mara de Bois" is a suitable remontant variety for the Moscow region, because perfectly tolerates cold and has a 95% survival rate in Russia. Berries of a beautiful round shape of red color reach 25 g by weight. Strawberries taste very sweet, for some even sugary. The aroma is pronounced strawberry. Fruiting of the variety occurs from late spring to early autumn and depends on climatic conditions. The taste of "Mara de Bois" strongly resembles strawberries.

A large number of berries grow on a low bush up to 20 cm high. Harvesting is possible from May to September, depending on weather conditions. The main difference of the variety is the preservation of the taste of the berry, even when the weather conditions deteriorate.Pros: bright taste and aroma, ripening of berries occurs several times per season, good yield, positive reviews.

1 Albion

The unique remontant variety "Albion" has the longest fruiting period. You can pick delicious berries throughout the warm season. At the same time, about 2 kilograms of strawberries are removed from one bush on average during this time. The variety was bred at the University of California more than 10 years ago. Another important feature is increased resistance to various diseases (anthracosis, gray rot, etc.). It is easy to transport over long distances. One berry reaches 60 g by weight. It is round in shape, bright red in color.

The variety is very hardy and tolerates the Russian winter well. During the season, on average, the crop is harvested 4 times. When landing, the holes are located at a great distance from each other, because the plant has a lot of whiskers. For the winter, strawberries are covered with straw or leaves. It is grown both outdoors and in protected conditions. Advantages: harvesting in 4 stages per season, very good yield, adaptation to different weather conditions, very large fruits, excellent taste and aroma.