Chandler Strawberry Plants – High‑Yield June‑Bearers for Pick‑Your‑Own Farms and Home Growers
Chandler Strawberry Plants are a top choice for commercial growers and pick‑your‑own farms thanks to their exceptional yield, firm berries, and outstanding flavor. Originating in California, this semi‑early June‑bearing variety produces a heavy, concentrated crop over a 2–3 week harvest window. Chandler strawberries are ideal for fresh eating, freezing, and farm‑stand sales, offering growers a dependable, high‑performing plant with strong customer appeal.

Key Features:
• High‑yield June‑bearing variety
• Firm, glossy red berries with excellent flavor
• Semi‑early harvest window ideal for commercial picking
• Strong performance in warmer regions
• Excellent for fresh eating, freezing, and farm markets
• Not winter hardy north of the Mid‑Atlantic region

Common Questions:
• What problem does Chandler solve? It provides a heavy, reliable harvest ideal for farms needing consistent yields and berries that hold up well for customers.
• Is Chandler good for pick‑your‑own farms? Yes, it’s one of the most popular PYO varieties due to berry size, firmness, and flavor.
• When does Chandler produce? It delivers a single, abundant June crop over 2–3 weeks.
• Is Chandler winter hardy? It is not recommended for regions north of the Mid‑Atlantic due to limited cold tolerance.
• Can Chandler be grown in containers? Yes, and we offer Chandler plants grown in pots as an alternative option.
• Should first‑year blooms be removed? Yes, removing first‑year blooms helps establish stronger plants for larger future harvests.

Description:
Chandler (Fragaria × ananassa ‘Chandler’) is a semi‑early June‑bearing strawberry known for its high productivity and excellent berry quality. The fruit is firm, glossy, and richly flavored, making it ideal for both fresh use and freezing. Chandler performs best in warmer climates and is widely used by commercial growers for its dependable yields and customer‑preferred berry characteristics. Its concentrated harvest window makes it especially valuable for farms that rely on predictable picking periods.

Planting & Care:
• Soil: Prefers fertile, well‑drained soil
• Sun: Full sun for maximum yield
• Water: Keep evenly moist during establishment and fruiting
• Spacing: Standard strawberry spacing for June‑bearers
• First‑Year Blooms: Remove blooms during the first season to strengthen plant growth
• Runners: Allow up to 3 runners per plant for optimal production

Seasonal Notes:
• Semi‑early June harvest lasting 2–3 weeks
• Best suited for warmer regions; not winter hardy in colder northern zones
• Excellent berry firmness for farm stands and PYO operations

Ideal Uses:
• Pick‑your‑own farms
• Market growers and farm stands
• High‑yield home gardens
• Fresh eating and freezing
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Order Chandler Strawberry Plants:
Boost your farm’s productivity with Chandler Strawberry Plants from Greenwood Nursery. Their high yield, excellent flavor, and reliable performance make them a standout choice for growers booking ahead for spring planting.

Shipping Information:
• Available Sizes: Plug plants (booking for summer 2026)
• Shipping Window: Booking now for Spring 2025; ships late March through April 15th

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