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Strawberries are typically planted in spring as soon as the ground has thawed enough to be worked. This ensures that the plants and roots are well-established come the following winter. In warmer climates with mild winters, you can plant the strawberries in the fall and grow them over the winter. Space the holes 18 inches (46 cm) apart, and in rows that are 24 inches (61 cm) apart. The holes should be just deep and wide enough to accommodate the root ball. Right before planting, use your fingers to gently spread out the roots of each strawberry plant. When plants are grown in seed pots, the roots become compacted. Unless you fan them out, the roots may continue to grow in the same direction instead of spreading out. Place one strawberry plant in each hole. Cover the plants with just enough soil to cover the roots. The crown of the plant should be level with the soil surface; otherwise, the plants may rot. The crown is the area where the roots and stems meet. Apply a generous amount of water to the freshly planted strawberries to help settle the soil around the roots. Provide the plants with about 1 inch (2.5 cm) of water each week, and make sure the soil stays moist. During periods of drought, you'll have to provide the plants with the entire 1 inch (2.5 cm) of water. During wet periods when it’s raining daily or several times per week, don’t water the plants at all. Inspect the garden bed regularly for weeds. Remove any weeds that you do find by pulling them up by hand. This is especially important in the first few months after planting, because strawberries don’t like competition.
Aim to plant in early spring. Dig shallow holes in double rows. Fan out the roots. Place the plants in the ground and cover them with soil. Water the plants immediately. Weed the area by hand as necessary.