Mara des Bois Strawberry was introduced by a French breeding program in the early 1990’s and has become beloved by anyone who has had the pleasure of trying them. The berries of Mara des Bois are smaller than some varieties but it more than makes up for its small size in flavor. It is often regarded as the best tasting and most fragrant of any of the everbearing (day neutral) strawberries.
Latin Name: Fragaria x ananassa
Site and Soil: Strawberries like 1/2 day to full sun and well drained soil.
Pollination Requirements: Strawberries are self fertile.
Hardiness: Hardy to 0° F
Bearing Age: 1st year after planting.
Size at Maturity: 6-8″ in height.
Bloom Time: March – April
Ripening Time: throughout the summer
Yield: 1 pint
Pests & Diseases: Mara des Bois Strawberry are highly resistant to pests and viruses. Use straw mulch to keep berries off of soil and to deter slugs.
USDA Zone: 6