Everbearing Strawberry
Cabot Strawberry is an exceptionally hardy cultivar that thrives in northern climates from zones 4 through 8, producing large, firm berries with outstanding flavor. This compact plant yields rich red fruit in June and reaches full productivity within two to three years of planting. Disease-resistant to red stele and cold hardy, Cabot combines ease of cultivation with the reliable production home gardeners and commercial growers alike have come to rely on.
Full Sun
Moderate
4-8
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Perennial
Moderate
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Large, firm berries emerge in June with a depth of flavor that distinguishes Cabot from lighter-tasting varieties. The plant's compact growth habit and outstanding cold hardiness make it exceptionally suited to northern gardens where other strawberries struggle. Self-pollinating and resistant to red stele disease, Cabot demands relatively straightforward care while delivering the kind of production that works equally well for home picking and commercial pick-your-own operations.
The large berries and excellent flavor make Cabot well-suited for fresh eating, whether picked directly from the garden or reserved for storage. The firm texture holds up exceptionally well both in refrigeration and freezing, making it a reliable choice for preserving, jams, compotes, and frozen preparations all benefit from the berry's structure and taste.
Prepare beds in fall or early spring to establish good control over perennial weeds. Space transplants according to your chosen production system, ensuring adequate air circulation. Plant in early spring after frost danger has passed but while soil remains cool and moist.
Cabot berries ripen to a rich red color in June. Harvest when fully red, holding the berry gently and twisting slightly to release it from the plant. Berries should feel firm and pull away cleanly from the crown. For best flavor, harvest in the morning after dew dries but before daytime heat builds intensity.
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