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Titania Strawberry

Fragaria × ananassa 'Titania'

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Titania is a premium day-neutral strawberry cultivar that produces fruit throughout the growing season rather than in a single spring flush. Known for its exceptional sweetness, firm texture, and deep red color, it is prized by both home and commercial growers for continuous harvesting from summer through fall.

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Example Titania Strawberry timeline · Pittsburgh, PA (Zone 6b)

  1. Plant Titania Strawberry

    Around Apr 17

    Near Pittsburgh's average last spring frost.

  2. Tend & protect

    Late spring–summer

    Watering, feeding, and pest-watch reminders.

  3. Harvest Titania Strawberry

    Around Jul 16

    ≈ 90 days after planting

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Growing Conditions

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Sun: Full sun, 8+ hours daily for maximum fruit production and sweetness
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Water: Consistent moisture of 1-1.5 inches per week; avoid waterlogging. Drip irrigation is ideal to keep foliage dry and prevent disease. More frequent watering needed during fruit-bearing stages and hot weather.
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Spacing: 12-18 inches apart in rows; rows should be 24-36 inches apart inches
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Days to maturity: 90-120 days from transplant to first harvest; continuously producing thereafter
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Planting depth: Plant crowns at soil level; top of crown at or slightly above soil surface (not buried)

Soil

Type: Well-draining loamy soil rich in organic matter
pH: 6.0-6.8
Amendments:
Compost or aged manure Peat moss or coconut coir Sulfur (if pH too high) Lime (if pH too low)

Growing Zones

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Thrives in zones 3-8; performs best in temperate climates with cool nights

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Growth Stages

1

Establishment

3-4 weeks

New plants develop runners and establish strong root systems. Small light-green foliage emerges.

Remove initial flower buds to encourage root and crown development. Water regularly and maintain consistent moisture. Mulch lightly around base.

2

Vegetative Growth

4-6 weeks

Plant develops larger green foliage and produces runners with daughter plants. Rapid shoot growth occurs.

Monitor for pests and diseases. Apply balanced fertilizer every 2-3 weeks. Control runner production if using matted-row system. Maintain consistent watering.

3

Flowering

Ongoing throughout season

White or pinkish flowers appear on branching floral stems. Multiple flowers develop in succession due to day-neutral habit.

Maintain adequate potassium and phosphorus for flower development. Ensure 8+ hours of sun daily. Pollinator activity is critical; consider hand-pollinating in cloudy weather.

4

Fruiting

Continuous from 8-10 weeks post-planting through season

Flowers develop into bright red, firm berries with excellent flavor and bright color. Fruits vary in size with first berries largest.

Increase watering frequency and apply consistent 1-1.5 inches weekly. Provide potassium-rich fertilizer (e.g., 5-10-20). Monitor for pests attracted to ripening fruit. Mulch around plants to keep berries clean.

5

Harvest & Renewal

8-12 weeks depending on climate

Ripe berries ready for picking; continued flowering and new fruit development occur simultaneously.

Harvest every 2-3 days for peak quality. Remove old foliage and dead leaves to improve air circulation. Continue regular watering and fertilizing. In fall, reduce nitrogen to harden plants for winter dormancy.

Companion Planting

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Plant with:

Borage Thyme Sage Lettuce Spinach Buckwheat Marigold Nasturtium

Avoid planting near:

Brassicas (cabbage, broccoli) Fennel Tomatoes Potatoes Peppers Eggplant

Common Pests

  • Spray with neem oil or sulfur dust; increase humidity; remove heavily infested foliage. Predatory mites can provide biological control.

  • Use row covers on young plants; apply diatomaceous earth around crown; use beneficial nematodes in soil for larval control.

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    Remove debris and dense mulch; hand-pick at dawn/dusk; use beer traps; apply copper tape or barriers around raised beds.

  • Ensure excellent air circulation; avoid overhead watering; apply sulfur spray or potassium bicarbonate at first signs; remove infected foliage.

  • Maintain dry foliage with drip irrigation; remove affected berries immediately; improve air circulation; apply sulfur or fungicide in humid conditions.

  • Remove infected leaves promptly; ensure good air circulation; avoid overhead watering; apply fungicide if severe.

Uses

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Fresh eating and desserts

Culinary

Titania's exceptional sweetness and firm texture make it ideal for fresh consumption, fruit salads, tarts, and shortcakes. The consistent berry quality throughout the season provides a reliable supply for summer entertaining. [source]

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Preserves and jam

Culinary

The high pectin content and firm flesh make Titania excellent for making jam, compote, and preserves that hold their shape well and develop rich flavor when cooked. [source]

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Continuous garden harvest

Household

As a day-neutral cultivar, Titania produces fruit throughout the growing season (not just spring), providing fresh berries for 3-4 months rather than a brief harvest window. This extended season makes it perfect for container gardening and succession planting. [source]

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Pollinator attraction

Wildlife

The continuous flowering of Titania strawberries throughout the season provides abundant nectar and pollen for bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects, supporting garden ecosystem health. [source]

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Antioxidant-rich fruit

Medicinal

Strawberries are rich in vitamin C, antioxidants (particularly ellagic acid and anthocyanins), and other beneficial compounds traditionally valued for supporting immune health and cardiovascular wellness. [source]

This is not medical advice. LizPlants is not a medical resource. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before using plants medicinally.

Harvest Tips

Titania berries are ready to harvest when fully red and fully ripe (typically 2-3 days after reaching full color). Pick every 2-3 days for best flavor and shelf life. Gently twist or cut berries from the plant, leaving a small bit of stem attached. Harvest in cool morning hours for maximum firmness and flavor. Peak sweetness occurs when fruit is at full room temperature after morning picking. Store unwashed berries in refrigerator; wash only before eating.

Fun Facts

  • 🌱 Titania is a day-neutral strawberry, meaning it produces fruit based on temperature and day length rather than the long-day photoperiod required by traditional June-bearing varieties. This allows continuous flowering and fruiting from summer through fall frost.
  • 🌱 The variety was developed in Scandinavia and is particularly well-suited to cooler climates with cool nights, which enhance berry sweetness by slowing sugar metabolism.
  • 🌱 Strawberry flowers are self-fertile and have both male and female parts, but they produce significantly more fruit when visited by pollinators like bees, which ensure complete pollen transfer across the flower.

Gardening Terms

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