Strawberry 'Kent'

Strawberry ‘Kent’ (Fragaria × ananassa ‘Kent’) is an early–season June-bearing variety prized for its large, firm, glossy red berries and sweet, aromatic flavour. In late spring, the plants are cloaked in white blossoms before producing a heavy harvest of conical fruit in early summer. Compact and vigorous, ‘Kent’ thrives in full sun and rich, well-drained soil, making it ideal for garden beds, raised planters or containers. Hardy in Canadian zones 4–8, it offers excellent disease resistance and reliable yields year after year.

Key Features
• Botanical name: Fragaria × ananassa ‘Kent’
• Common name: Strawberry ‘Kent’
• Hardiness zones: Canada Zone 4–8
• Exposure: Full sun (6–8 hours daily)
• Soil: Rich, well-drained loam amended with organic matter
• Height: 15–20 cm (6–8 in)
• Width/Spread: 30–45 cm (12–18 in)
• Foliage: Evergreen, trifoliate green leaves
• Flower colour: White in late spring
• Fruit: Large, firm, conical red berries; sweet-aromatic flavour
• Bloom time: Late spring (May–June)
• Harvest time: Early summer (June–July)
• Maintenance: Moderate; mulch to conserve moisture, remove runners to focus energy on fruiting
• Advantages: Exceptional flavour and firmness; high yields; compact habit for small spaces; good disease resistance