AC Valley Strawberry Plants

AC Valley Sunset Strawberry is a late-season June-bearing strawberry variety bred in Nova Scotia for exceptional flavor and extended harvests. This standout cultivar produces large berries with tender skin and excellent taste, ripening about a week later than many other varieties—making it perfect for gardeners who want to stretch strawberry season just a little longer. With its reliable yields, adaptability, and beautiful fruit, AC Valley Sunset is an excellent choice for finishing the strawberry harvest strong.

Shipped as bare root plants in bundles of 10 or 25 plants.

SHIPPING INFO: This product begins shipping in March. We will try to ship within the ideal planting window for your growing zone.

Why Grow AC Valley Sunset Strawberry?
• Late-season variety that extends your strawberry harvest
• Produces large, flavorful berries with tender skin
• Excellent choice for fresh eating and sharing
• Reliable yields with strong garden performance
• Compact growth habit ideal for home gardens

Growing Information
🌱 Plant Type: Bare root strawberry (June-bearing, late season)
🌱 Hardiness Zones: 4–7
🌱 Mature Size: Up to 12 inches tall and wide
🌱 When to Plant: Early spring, as soon as soil can be worked
🌱 When to Harvest: Late season (typically early to mid-summer, depending on location)

Cultivation Tips
• Soil requirements: Plant in well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter. Incorporate compost before planting and avoid low areas where water may pool.
• Sunlight: Full sun (6–8+ hours daily) for best fruit size and flavor.
• Planting depth: Set plants so the crown sits just above the soil surface—not buried and not exposed.
• Spacing: About 12 inches apart (can be spaced wider if desired for airflow).
• Watering: Water thoroughly after planting and maintain consistent moisture throughout the growing season. Mulching helps conserve moisture and suppress weeds.
• Harvesting: Pick berries when fully red and slightly soft to the touch. Harvest every few days during peak season.
• Landscape use: Excellent for garden beds, borders, containers, ground cover, and edible landscapes thanks to its compact habit and attractive foliage.

Click here for our Strawberry Bare Root Planting Guide

History
AC Valley Sunset Strawberry was developed in Nova Scotia through breeding focused on extending the strawberry season while maintaining excellent flavor and fruit quality. Its later ripening window allows growers to enjoy fresh strawberries after many early and midseason varieties have finished.

Non-GMO Commitment: At The Farm on Central, all our plants are guaranteed non-GMO and not genetically modified in any way, upholding natural breeding methods and promoting sustainable gardening and farming practices.

Growing method: Conventionally grown.