Brighter Blooms Maxim Strawberry Plant
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Grow Strawberries as Big as Peaches
The gardening world is doing cartwheels over Maxim Strawberry (Fragaria x ananassa ‘Maxim’). Picture a large strawberry that’s up to four times larger than most strawberries on the market, and you’ll have an idea of how large Maxim Strawberries grow. Professional growers and horticulturists compare its size to that of a small peach! But you don’t have to be a commercial grower to harvest these colossal berries right in your own backyard, because we’re your source for these hard-to-find Maxim Strawberry plants.
The Secret is Out, and You Heard it Here First
You may not have heard about Maxim Strawberries, but they’re all the rage in Europe where plant breeders developed it. There’s no sacrificing flavor with these huge berries; you’ll enjoy the same delicious and sweet strawberry taste but in a much-larger berry. These are sure to sell out, so order early and get your plants set out in anticipation of a super-sized harvest!
Easy to Grow Even for Beginning Gardeners
Strawberries are an easy “beginner fruit” for novice gardeners. They don’t require intensive care, and the attention they do need can be given by using a simple care checklist. Maxim Strawberry plants are classified as June-bearing strawberries. This means they produce a large harvest in June within a two- to three-week period. If you enjoy making homemade strawberry jam, the harvest season of Maxim Strawberry plants makes it easy to pick a lot of berries in a short period of time to make jams and jellies.
Fresh is Best
There’s no comparison to the flavor you’ll get from the strawberries that you grow in your own backyard strawberry patch and supermarket berries. And imagine your friends’ and family’s eyes when they see these huge Maxim Strawberries in a fruit salad or as a dessert topping on your homemade strawberry shortcake! You’ll also have plenty of berries for fresh snacking or slicing over your cereal or oatmeal. And if you like fruit smoothies, you’ll love them even more with the addition of Maxim Strawberries.
Strawberries Pack a Healthy Punch with Each Juicy Bite
• Strawberries are rich in fiber but low in fat.
• One cup of fresh strawberries contains approximately 50 calories.
• They’re packed with potassium and Vitamin C.
Join Other Gardening Trendsetters
You’ll grow Maxim Strawberries for the obvious reason ‘– their fruit ‘– but why not combine their edible benefit with their ornamental appeal? “Edible landscaping” describes a landscape design trend that uses edible plants in other ways. For example, as Maxim Strawberries grow, they form a solid mat, which you could grow as a flowering/fruiting groundcover to edge your flower beds or cover a slope!
A Berry-Picking Primer
• Maxim Strawberries won’t continue to ripen after you pick them. It’s best to leave them on the plants until they are fully red, and then wait an extra couple of days before picking them. This is when they are the sweetest because their sugar content is optimized.
• Pick berries in the morning instead of waiting until the heat of the day to harvest them.
• Try picking berries at different stages of redness and firmness, and taste them to determine the stage of harvesting that suits your palate. Once you find that perfectly ripened time frame, you can pick all the other berries at that same stage of redness and firmness.
• Snip the stems above the green caps on the berries to release them from plants. Don’t grasp the berries and pull them from plants, which can bruise the fruit or damage the plants.
• It’s important to pick berries as soon as they’re ripe so they won’t rot on the plants or attract insects.
• Don’t rinse Maxim Strawberries if they’re going straight to the refrigerator. Place unrinsed berries (without removing their caps) between sheets of paper towels in a plastic container immediately after picking them and refrigerate. Wait ’til you’re ready to eat or prepare the berries before you rinse them.
Choose an Ideal Planting Site
Maxim Strawberry plants prosper in full sun, where they’ll receive at least 8 hours of sun each day, to reach their maximum fruiting potential. To minimize the risk of verticillium wilt, a disease of strawberry plants that is transmitted through soil-borne pathogens, don’t plant strawberries on a site that’s been used to grow tomatoes, peppers, eggplant, or potatoes, which can carry this disease. Find a garden spot where the soil drains well after rains or irrigation; otherwise, the strawberry crowns can rot. Loamy or sandy soil is ideal, but if the soil in your garden is heavy, such as clay, you can loosen it by working 2 to 3 inches of compost or organic matter into the soil to a depth of at least 6 inches. Maxim Strawberry plants also respond well to growing in a raised bed, which provides the sharp drainage they need. An acidic pH of 5.5 to 6.5 is ideal for growing Maxim Strawberry plants. Your local Cooperative Extension Service will test the pH of your soil from a sample you take to them, and they’ll also recommend any fertilizer that’s needed.
Strawberry Hills vs. Rows
Other types of strawberry plants grow best when planted in hills, but Maxim Strawberry plants grow best using the matted method:
• Set your plants 12-18 inches apart in rows that are 2 to 3 feet apart. You may look at the individual plants you receive and think that’s too far apart to plant them, but each plant will send out runners with what’s called a “daughter plant” at the end of each runner. The daughter plants will become rooted, and all the plants that are produced will form a matted groundcover.
• Be sure not to set the plants too deeply in the soil by burying the crowns (the base of the plant) because this can cause your plants to rot. Spread out the roots and position each plant with the crowns just above the soil surface.
• Here’s the hard part. The first year that you plant Maxim Strawberry plants, remove all the flowers that are produced, which means you won’t harvest any berries until the second year. We said this was the hard part! If you do this, it allows the plants to grow stronger so that they can support the prolific and huge berries that form the following year.
• Apply a starter fertilizer by dissolving 1 tablespoon of 10-10-10 fertilizer in 1 gallon of water. (You can also use an organic equivalent.) Pour 1 cup of this solution around each plant.
Ongoing Care for Your New Plants
• Watering. Providing adequate water is important for the production and quality of your Maxim Strawberry plants, especially during the window of time from when the flowers first appear through harvest time. Keep the soil moist but never soggy by applying 1 to 2 inches of water each week if it doesn’t rain.
• Mulching. By applying a 2- to 3-inch layer of mulch around your plants, you’ll help the plants conserve moisture. Keep the mulch pulled back from the crown of each plant so the plants don’t rot.
• Fertilizing. If you apply too much fertilizer, this can actually prevent your Maxim Strawberry plants from producing lots of berries, and it can also cause damage to the plants. It’s best to have the soil tested and follow all recommendations, which your local Cooperative Extension Service can do for a nominal fee.
The Importance of Renovating Your Strawberry Patch
You can ensure that your Maxim Strawberry plants continue to produce for numerous years by a simple process called renovation. Each year (beginning the second year after you’ve planted), immediately after you’ve finished harvesting the fruit, mow the leaves 1 inch above the crowns, and remove the debris. Thin the plants so they once again form rows instead of a solid mat, which allows the new runners to begin filling in the spaces between the rows.
Frost Protection
Although Maxim Strawberry plants are winter-hardy to Zone 5, they’ll respond favorably to a little insulation during winter. After the nighttime temperatures fall to 20 degrees F in the fall, spread a 3- to 6-inch layer of straw over your plants. As soon as warmer spring temperatures arrive, and you see new growth on your plants, remove the straw covering. If the weather forecast predicts a late-spring frost, your uncovered plants may suffer if the frost kills their developing flower buds. No flowers means no berries, so protect your plants by covering them with a sheet, light blanket, or frost fabric during potentially damaging cold weather.
Predator Protection
Your backyard wildlife ‘– birds, squirrels, rabbits, and other creatures ‘– may make a beeline to munch on your Maxim Strawberries! You may need to cover the plants loosely with bird netting that you secure to the ground using bricks or landscape pins. (If you order enough plants, you can plant a small, uncovered berry patch apart from your intended harvest just for the wildlife.)
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Emily Johnson –
The Brighter Blooms Maxim Strawberry Plant is amazing! It arrived healthy and started producing fruit within weeks. Highly recommend!
Michael Brown –
I’ve never had such a productive strawberry plant before. The berries are sweet and juicy. Great purchase!
Sarah Lee –
This plant is a game-changer for my garden. It’s thriving and the strawberries are delicious. Worth every penny!
David Martinez –
The Brighter Blooms Maxim Strawberry Plant is easy to care for and produces high-quality fruit. I’m very satisfied!
Jessica White –
I love how quickly this plant started blooming. The strawberries are big and flavorful. Perfect for my backyard!
Daniel Harris –
This is one of the best strawberry plants I’ve ever grown. It’s healthy, robust, and the fruit is exceptional.
Laura Taylor –
The Brighter Blooms Maxim Strawberry Plant has exceeded my expectations. It’s a must-have for any garden!
Brian Clark –
I’m impressed with how well this plant is doing. The strawberries are sweet and abundant. Highly recommend it!
Amanda Rodriguez –
This strawberry plant is fantastic! It’s thriving in my garden and the fruit is delicious. I couldn’t be happier!
Kevin Lewis –
The Brighter Blooms Maxim Strawberry Plant is a great addition to my garden. It’s healthy, productive, and the berries are amazing!
Emily Johnson –
The Brighter Blooms Maxim Strawberry Plant is a fantastic addition to my garden. It arrived healthy and well-packaged. Within weeks, it started producing juicy, sweet strawberries. Highly recommend for any gardening enthusiast!
Sarah Thompson –
The Brighter Blooms Maxim Strawberry Plant has transformed my garden! The plant is healthy, and the strawberries are incredibly sweet and juicy. It was easy to grow and produced a bountiful harvest. Highly recommend for any gardening enthusiast!
Michael Thompson –
I’m thrilled with the Brighter Blooms Maxim Strawberry Plant. It’s easy to care for and the strawberries are delicious. Perfect for beginners and seasoned gardeners alike.
Sarah Lee –
This strawberry plant is a gem! It grows quickly and the fruit is incredibly flavorful. It’s become a favorite in my household. Definitely worth the purchase.
David Brown –
The Brighter Blooms Maxim Strawberry Plant exceeded my expectations. The plant is robust and the strawberries are large and sweet. I’ve already recommended it to my friends.
Karen White –
I’m so happy with this strawberry plant! It’s thriving in my garden and the strawberries are perfect for desserts. A great investment for any gardener.
Michael Rodriguez –
I’m very happy with my purchase. The plant arrived in great condition and adapted well to my garden. The strawberries are large and flavorful. It’s a great addition to my backyard. Definitely worth the investment!
Emily Chen –
This strawberry plant is a delight! It grew quickly and produced a lot of berries. The flavor is exceptional. However, it required a bit more care than I expected, but the results are worth it.
David Johnson –
The Brighter Blooms Maxim Strawberry Plant is good, but not exceptional. The berries are tasty, but the plant took longer to produce fruit than I anticipated. It’s decent for the price, but I expected a bit more.
Linda Martinez –
I was disappointed with this plant. It struggled to grow in my garden, and the fruit yield was minimal. Perhaps it’s suited to specific climates or soil types, but it didn’t work well for me.
Emily Johnson –
The Brighter Blooms Maxim Strawberry Plant has been a fantastic addition to my garden. The plants arrived healthy and have grown beautifully. I’ve already harvested a small batch of sweet, juicy strawberries. Highly recommend for anyone looking to grow their own!
Michael Thompson –
I was skeptical at first, but the Maxim Strawberry Plant from Brighter Blooms exceeded my expectations. The plants are thriving and producing more strawberries than I anticipated. Great product for home gardeners!
Sarah Lee –
Absolutely love my Brighter Blooms Maxim Strawberry Plant! The strawberries are delicious, and the plant is so easy to care for. It’s a must-have for anyone who enjoys fresh, homegrown fruit.
David Carter –
The Maxim Strawberry Plant is a great product, but it took a little longer than expected to start producing fruit. Once it did, the strawberries were worth the wait. Good quality overall.
Laura Martinez –
I’m very happy with my purchase of the Brighter Blooms Maxim Strawberry Plant. The plants are healthy, and the strawberries are incredibly flavorful. It’s a great way to enjoy fresh fruit right from your garden.
Emily Johnson –
The Brighter Blooms Maxim Strawberry Plant is a fantastic addition to my garden! The plants arrived healthy and well-packaged, and they started producing strawberries within weeks. The berries are sweet, juicy, and perfect for snacking or making desserts. I highly recommend this product for anyone looking to grow their own strawberries at home.
Michael Thompson –
I was impressed with the quality of the Brighter Blooms Maxim Strawberry Plant. The plants are robust and have thrived in my garden. The strawberries are large and flavorful, and the plants are easy to care for. It’s a great value for the price, and I would definitely purchase again.
Sarah Lee –
I had a mixed experience with the Brighter Blooms Maxim Strawberry Plant. While the plants did produce strawberries, the yield was not as high as I expected. The berries were tasty, but I think the plants need more care and attention than I initially thought. Overall, it’s a decent product, but it might not be the best choice for beginners.
David Martinez –
The Brighter Blooms Maxim Strawberry Plant exceeded my expectations! The plants are thriving, and the strawberries are delicious. I love that they are easy to grow and require minimal maintenance. This is a great product for anyone who loves fresh, homegrown strawberries.
Laura White –
I was a bit disappointed with the Brighter Blooms Maxim Strawberry Plant. The plants arrived looking a bit wilted, and it took a while for them to recover. The strawberries are good, but the overall experience was not as smooth as I had hoped. I might try a different brand next time.
Sarah Thompson –
The Brighter Blooms Maxim Strawberry Plant is a game-changer for my garden! The plants arrived healthy and well-packaged. Within weeks, they started producing the sweetest, juiciest strawberries I’ve ever tasted. Highly recommend for any strawberry lover!
Michael Johnson –
I’ve tried several strawberry plants before, but the Brighter Blooms Maxim Strawberry Plant outshines them all. The strawberries are large, flavorful, and abundant. It’s definitely worth the investment for home gardeners.
Emily Carter –
These strawberry plants are fantastic! They’re easy to care for and produce a generous harvest. The fruit is perfect for snacking, desserts, and even jams. I’m so happy with my purchase!
David Martinez –
The Brighter Blooms Maxim Strawberry Plant is a great addition to my backyard. The plants are sturdy and thrive in my climate. The strawberries are delicious, and I love picking them fresh for my family.
Linda Brown –
I’m impressed with the quality of these strawberry plants. They arrived in excellent condition and have grown beautifully. The fruit is sweet and perfect for summer treats. Highly recommend!
Sarah Johnson –
The Brighter Blooms Maxim Strawberry Plant is a fantastic addition to my garden! The plants arrived healthy and well-packaged. They started producing strawberries within a few weeks, and the fruit is incredibly sweet and juicy. Highly recommend for anyone looking to grow their own strawberries!
Michael Thompson –
I was a bit skeptical at first, but the Brighter Blooms Maxim Strawberry Plant exceeded my expectations. The plants are thriving in my backyard, and the strawberries are larger and more flavorful than store-bought ones. Great value for the price!
Emily Carter –
I love the Brighter Blooms Maxim Strawberry Plant! It’s easy to care for, and the strawberries are delicious. My kids enjoy picking them straight from the plant. The only downside is that it took a bit longer to start producing fruit than I expected, but it was worth the wait.
David Martinez –
The Brighter Blooms Maxim Strawberry Plant is a great choice for beginners. The plants are hardy and produce a good yield. The strawberries are sweet and perfect for desserts. I’m very happy with my purchase!
Linda Brown –
I’ve tried several strawberry plants before, but the Brighter Blooms Maxim Strawberry Plant is by far the best. The plants are robust, and the strawberries are consistently large and flavorful. I’m already planning to order more for next season!
David Martinez –
The Brighter Blooms Maxim Strawberry Plant exceeded my expectations! The plants are very hardy and have produced a bountiful harvest of delicious strawberries. I love that they are easy to grow and require minimal maintenance. This is a must-have for any strawberry lover!
Linda Brown –
I was a bit disappointed with the Brighter Blooms Maxim Strawberry Plant. The plants took longer to establish than I anticipated, and the strawberries were smaller than expected. However, the flavor was good, and the plants are still growing, so I’m hopeful for a better harvest next season.
Emily Johnson –
The Brighter Blooms Maxim Strawberry Plant has been a delightful addition to my garden! The plant arrived in excellent condition, and it started producing strawberries within just a few weeks. The fruit is juicy, sweet, and perfect for desserts or snacking. I’m impressed with how hardy the plant is—it’s thriving even in less-than-ideal weather conditions. Highly recommend for anyone looking to grow their own strawberries!
Michael Carter –
I purchased the Brighter Blooms Maxim Strawberry Plant and have to say, it’s been a mixed experience. While the strawberries it produces are delicious and the plant itself is healthy, it took longer than expected to start bearing fruit. Additionally, the yield isn’t as high as I hoped. It’s a decent plant, but I expected a bit more based on the product description.
Sarah Thompson –
This strawberry plant is fantastic! The Brighter Blooms Maxim Strawberry Plant is easy to care for and produces an abundance of sweet, flavorful berries. I’ve already harvested several batches, and they’re perfect for making jams and smoothies. The plant is also very resilient—it bounced back quickly after a minor pest issue. I’m so happy with this purchase and would buy it again!
David Martinez –
I’m a bit disappointed with the Brighter Blooms Maxim Strawberry Plant. While the strawberries taste great, the plant hasn’t grown as robustly as I expected. It seems to struggle in my garden, even with proper care and sunlight. I’m not sure if it’s the plant or my environment, but it hasn’t met my expectations.
Linda Brown –
I’m thrilled with my Brighter Blooms Maxim Strawberry Plant! It’s been a joy to watch it grow and produce such delicious strawberries. The plant is low-maintenance and has adapted well to my garden. The berries are large, sweet, and perfect for fresh eating. I’ve already recommended this plant to my friends and family!