This variety ripens most of its fruit in a short period of time. This vigorous variety produces fruit of very large size and good quality. The crop may be harvested in a couple of pickings. Normal rainfall in North Dakota is not quite enough for highest production. Supplemental water is usually needed.
Strawberries respond to the addition of water through some form of irrigation.
However, satisfactory crops may be produced on heavy clay or light sandy soils. Practice shallow cultivation to avoid root injury. Manures, especially well-rotted manures, are good fertilizers for strawberries. Apply one-half bushel per square yard before plants are set. The response of strawberries to commercial fertilizers may vary because of wide soil differences.