How to Start a Strawberry Patch

Buy small strawberry plants. These plants grow relatively quickly, and even a very small plant can be producing strawberries the same year. Small plants are very inexpensive and can be found in local plant nurseries and from home improvement stores like Lowe's and The Home Depot. Believe it or not, you can also buy them online. I bought several plants through eBay which were shipped bare root and arrived in great condition.

Clear a sunny spot and pull out anything that isn't soil. Once you dig below the surface you will likely find parts of roots or seeds that have been buried. Those must be removed to keep them from growing. Add in a little potting soil, mixing it into the ground soil. This will make your soil drain better and will give it a little extra nourishment.

Inspect each strawberry plant. Cut off any dead leaves or stems. If you bought the plants bare root, cut off any dead roots that you find and plant your strawberry plants. Everbearing strawberries should be planted about 12 inches apart, and June bearing strawberries need about 18 inches of space each.

Weed your strawberry patch regularly. Avoid using any pesticides or herbicides, as these will poison your strawberries. Simply pulling the weeds out when they emerge will keep your strawberries healthy and happy.