Strawberry ‘Red Gauntlet’ is a tough, compact bare root strawberry with notable disease resistance and cold hardiness. A great variety for those looking for heavy croppers as it is known to produce a large crop of sweet, bright red berries during mid-summer along with a good chance of a second smaller crop in the autumn months. These Strawberry plants will arrive as a bare root, ready to plant. Upon arrival they are dormant with any leftover foliage shrivelled and dry. They should be planted soon after arrival and once planted they will be revitalised, with new growth emerging quickly and flowering soon after. Strawberry ‘Red Gauntlet’ is an easy to grow and reasonably hardy bare root runner, and can be planted or potted in planters, pots, containers, or baskets. It will grow best in full sun and should be soaked in lukewarm water before planting to help rehydrate it. Water generously and apply a generous layer of mulch. Keep in moist, well-drained soil to ensure healthy growth. Supplied as: Bare root runner. Plant Height: 5-10cm. Characteristics: Mid-season fruiting variety which crops heavily, producing rich flavoured, deep red berries. Growth & Spread: Ultimate height and spread of 20 - 30cm Water & Maintenance: Soak in water to hydrate. Plant in garden or pot and maintain soil moisture. Keep full sun but be wary of damage from sunburn.
