Description

A much-loved traditional variety, ‘Cambridge Favourite’ produces heavy crops of juicy, sweet strawberries, perfect for summer desserts, jams, and fresh snacking. Supplied as a strong young plant, ready to grow and thrive in your garden, raised bed, or patio container.

Highlights:

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  Harvesting Season: June to July


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  Final Size: Up to 30cm tall | Spread 40cm


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  Position: Full sun | Well-drained, fertile soil


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  Best Grown In: Raised beds, open ground, hanging baskets, large containers


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  Supplied As: Strip

Why We Love It:

‘Cambridge Favourite’ is a classic British strawberry, celebrated for its superb flavour, reliability, and generous harvests. It’s well-suited to UK gardens, coping brilliantly with variable weather while still producing plenty of sweet, medium-sized fruits. A fantastic choice for both beginners and experienced gardeners, it’s perfect for creating a traditional summer strawberry patch.

Sowing & Growing Tips:

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  When to Sow: Plant young plants outdoors from March to June


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  Germination Time: (For reference if sowing seeds) N/A (grown from runners or young plants)


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  Where to Grow: Open ground, raised beds, containers, hanging baskets


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  Care Notes: Water regularly, especially during dry spells and fruiting. Mulch around plants with straw or mats to keep fruits clean and reduce slug damage. Feed with a high-potash fertiliser once flowering begins. Remove runners unless you wish to propagate more plants.

The Nunhead Gardener Recommends:

Grow alongside borage to attract bees and improve pollination. ‘Cambridge Favourite’ strawberries are delicious fresh from the plant, served with cream, blended into smoothies, or made into traditional homemade jam.

Please note:

Images show how this plant may look at various stages of maturity. The size you choose may look different.