Starting your strawberries

Alan shows how to protect your strawberries from the cold weather and get an early crop.

Alan's top tips

Try these simple tips to getting an early crop of summer strawberries.

  • Protect the plant with a waterproof cover such as a polythene bag anchored in the soil.
  • Ensure air can circulate to prevent mould.
  • You can keep the strawberry plant in a conservatory or green house.