Strawberry season generally falls between late winter and mid-summer, with some regional variations:
- In the U.S., strawberries are in season from February through July. For example, Florida starts its strawberry harvest as early as February, while colder climates like Montana and Colorado have their season in June and July. The peak months across most states tend to be April, May, and June. California produces over 90% of U.S. strawberries and its season can extend into July and sometimes August in warmer areas.
- In the Deep South, strawberry harvest is typically late April through May. In middle states like Illinois, peak season is May and June. Northern areas and Canada peak in late June.
- In the UK, typical strawberry season runs from late June to mid-July, lasting about 5 weeks, but can vary year to year. Greenhouse strawberries can appear earlier, and imported strawberries may be available outside this window.
- Strawberries flourish best in mild temperatures between 50 and 80°F, from late spring to early fall, depending on the type of strawberry plant (June-bearing, everbearing, or day-neutral).
- In Germany, strawberry season typically starts at the end of April and lasts about 11 to 12 weeks, running into early summer.
In summary, strawberry season in most places is from late winter or early spring through mid-summer (February to July in the U.S., late April to early summer in Germany, and late June to mid-July in the UK), with the peak bloom usually occurring in May and June for many regions.
