Product Overview
Developed in Japan’s renowned Fukuoka Prefecture, the Berrylicious Strawberry traces its roots to one of the world’s most respected strawberry breeding regions, where fruit quality is treated as an art form rather than a commodity. This variety descends from elite Japanese breeding lines carefully selected over many generations for plant strength, consistent growth, heavy fruiting, and a naturally rich, dessert level sweetness. While the exact parentage is intentionally undisclosed by its breeders, the influence of Japan’s premium strawberry heritage is unmistakable, from the well balanced plants to the abundant berry production and smooth, full flavoured taste Japan is celebrated for. Known here as Berrylicious, this marks the arrival of an authentic Japanese bred strawberry with true pedigree, released to North American growers after remaining exclusive to Japan for years.
Berrylicious Specialty Japanese Strawberry (Fragaria × ananassa)
A premium Japanese bred strawberry selected for strong plants, consistent growth, heavy fruiting, and rich dessert level sweetness. Known for smooth, full flavoured berries and dependable performance in home gardens.
| Botanical Name | Fragaria × ananassa |
| Plant Type | Perennial fruit |
| Days to Germination | 14 to 28 days |
| Sowing Method | Start indoors 10 to 12 weeks before last frost. Seeds benefit from 2 to 3 weeks of cold stratification before sowing. Surface sow and lightly press into soil; light required for germination. |
| Exposure | Full sun |
| Hardiness Zone | Zones 3 to 8 |
| Plant Spacing | 12 to 18 inches apart |
| Height | 8 to 12 inches (20 to 30 cm) |
| Width | 12 to 18 inches (30 to 45 cm) |
| Soil Requirements | Rich, fertile, well drained soil with high organic matter |
| Watering | Consistent moisture, especially during flowering and fruit development |
| Special Features | Japanese bred; heavy fruiting; dessert quality sweetness; premium flavour |
| Harvest Use | Fresh eating, desserts, preserves |
