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Chandler Strawberry Plants + Growing Tips

Modified: Jun 23, 2022 by Mr. Strawberry · This post may contain affiliate links · 41 Comments

Top shot of ripe fresh strawberries

This page is a profile summary of the strawberry cultivar ‘Chandler’ (Fragaria x ananassa). It will provide details on Chandler strawberry plants and Chandler strawberries so that an informed decision can be made regarding its suitability for varying uses and growing locations. Chandler strawberry suppliers are also listed below if you are looking to buy chandler strawberry plants.

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  • Where to Grow Chandler Strawberries
  • Growing Chandler Strawberry Plants: Conditions
  • Disease Resistance of Chandler Strawberry Plants
  • Disease Susceptibility of Chandler Strawberry Plants
  • Chandler Strawberries
  • Notable Features of Chandler Strawberry Plant & Strawberries
  • Additional Information about the Strawberry Chandler
  • Purchase Plants from These Chandler Strawberry Suppliers

Where to Grow Chandler Strawberries

Chandler strawberry plants were originally developed in California and have proven to produce exceptional yields in the coastal states as well. The variety is a favorite of commercial strawberry growers in southern California, especially for winter production. Additionally, Chandler strawberries grow well in zone 5 through zone 8 and are well-adapted to the southern states. Overall, however, California strawberry farmers will see the highest yields on the west coast, and strawberry growers in the Carolinas usually see the highest yields on the east coast. The Chandler strawberry variety also does well in home gardens. For more specifics on the cultivation of Chandler strawberry plants, see the Growing Strawberries page.

chandler strawberry plants

Growing Chandler Strawberry Plants: Conditions

Farmer planting strawberry plants into fresh soil

Full sun is greatly beneficial to Chandler strawberry plants, just like all other strawberries. Chandler strawberries, however, are susceptible to root rot and absolutely must have well-drained soil and be planted properly. The preferred soil pH is about 6, and additional watering is needed when rainfall is not sufficient.

Chandler strawberry plants are June-bearers and can be grown well in matted rows (although they will likely perform better with commercial plasticulture systems). When they are healthy, the mature plants will grow to be about 8 inches tall and spread 1 foot across, but their roots are shallow.

In warmer climates like southern California or Florida, Chandler strawberry plants will be ready for harvest beginning, oftentimes, in March with a harvest that can last up to 3-4 weeks. Under optimal growing conditions, each Chandler strawberry plant can produce a basket of strawberries.

Disease Resistance of Chandler Strawberry Plants

Chandler plants are not known to have strong resistance to any of the common strawberry plant pathogens. They are, however, tolerant of gray mold.

Disease Susceptibility of Chandler Strawberry Plants

Chandler strawberry plants are not known for their resistance to common strawberry diseases. They are susceptible to leaf spot, leaf scorch, and red stele. Chandler strawberries also will succumb to anthracnose.

Chandler Strawberries

Strawberry plant with ripe and unripe fruits on soil

The vigorous, high-yielding, June-bearing Chandler strawberry plants produce very desirable strawberries. Chandler strawberries are very large, firm, and produce early-season to mid-season (see the Strawberry Varieties page for more information). The strawberries vary from being long and wedge-shaped to large and conical. They are a brilliant red color, glossy, and have an exceptional flavor profile.

Chandler strawberries are good for eating fresh or shipping and very good for freezing. They are, however, only a fair choice for processing.

Notable Features of Chandler Strawberry Plant & Strawberries

  1. Very Good Commercial Variety, Particularly with Plasticulture
  2. Good for Growing in the Coastal States and Southern States
  3. Excellent Choice for Pick-Your-Own Strawberry Operations or U-Pick Farms
  4. Very Large Strawberries Are Produced
  5. High Yield of Strawberries
  6. Excellent Flavor Profile

Additional Information about the Strawberry Chandler

Chandler strawberry plants are protected by the United States government under plant patent #5262. To be an authorized seller of Chandler strawberry plants, a license is required from the University of California Strawberry Licensing Program. The program can be reached at (530) 754-8462.

Chandler strawberry plants (as well as some other Strawberry Varieties) are sold in different ways by different suppliers. The majority of suppliers sell the plants by quantity (either 10, 25, 50 or more plants). Some Chandler strawberry plant sellers offer their plants by weight. Be aware that one pound of strawberry plants can vary in quantity. The average number of plants comprising a pound should generally be about 30. However, there can be as many as 40 or as few as 20.

Purchase Plants from These Chandler Strawberry Suppliers

If you are wondering where to buy Chandler strawberry plants, the following tables contain reputable suppliers of Chandler strawberry plants.

Amazon.comUS Berry Plants
De Groot, IncGardenHarvestSupply.com
Ison’s Nursery & VineyardLassen Canyon Nursery Inc.
Peaceful Valley Farm & Garden SupplyA.D.R. Bulbs, Inc.
Bob Wells NurserySimmons Plant Farm
Willis Orchard CompanyMorgan County Seeds
Mountain Valley GrowersIndiana Berry
Nourse Farms
LASSEN CANYON NURSERY
1300 Salmon Creek Road
Redding, CA 96003
Tel: 530-223-1075
Fax: 530-223-6754
SIERRA-CASCADE NURSERY, INC.
472-715 Johnson Road
Susanville, CA 96130
Tel: 530-254-6867
Fax: 530-254-6166
NORTON CREEK FARMS
370 Evitt Cenetery Road
Cashiers, NC 28717
Tel: (828) 743-3674
Fax: (828) 743-0174
OSAGE FARMS, INC.
1604 Hale Ridge Road
Scaly Mountain, NC 28775
Tel: (828) 526-3989
Fax: (828) 526-4408
CROWN NURSERY
P.O. Box 340,
11555 Paskenta Road
Red Bluff, CA 96080-0340
Tel: 530-529-6485
Fax: 530-529-6488
E-mail: st[email protected]
SCOTT FARMS, INC.
P.O. Box 97
Unicoi, TN 37692
Tel: (423) 743-7511
Fax: (423) 743-3773
KOPPES PLANTS
P.O. Box 441
Watsonville, CA 95077
Tel: 831-724-6009
SHINGLETON FARMS
7013 Highway 58
Stantonsburg, NC 27883
Tel: (252) 238-2155
G.W. ALLEN NURSERY, LTD
7307 Hwy 221, Billtown
Centreville, Kings County
Nova Scotia, B0P 1J0
CANADA
Tel: (902) 678-7519
Fax: (902) 678-5924
GHESQUIERE PLANT FARMS LTD.
36 Evergreen Hill Road
Simcoe, Ontario, N3Y 1B8
CANADA
Tel: (519) 428-1087
Fax: (519) 428-6357
PEPINIERE A. MASSE, INC.
256 Haut Riviere Nord
St-Cesaire,Quebec J0L 1T0
CANADA
Tel: (450) 469-3380
Fax: (450) 469-0320
MILLEN FARMS
80 Little Dyke Road
Glenholm, Nova Scotia B0M 1L0
CANADA
Tel: (902) 662-3820
Fax: (902) 662-2891
LEWIS NURSERY AND FARMS, INC.
3500 NC Hwy 133
Rocky Point, North Carolina 28457
Tel: (910) 675-2394
Fax: (910) 602-3106
C.O. KEDDY NURSERY, INC.
982 North Bishop Rd
Kentville, Nova Scotia, B4N 3V7
CANADA
Tel: (902) 678-4497
Fax: (902) 678-0677
STRAWBERRY TYME FARMS
RR #2, Simcoe
Ontario, N3Y 4K1
CANADA
Tel: (519) 426-3099
Fax: (519) 426-2573
WESTECH AGRICULTURE LTD
R.R. #1, Alberton
Prince Edward Island, C0B 1B0
CANADA
Tel: (902) 853-4184
Eurosemillas, S.A.
Paseo de la Victoria 31-1 º-A
14004 Cordoba, Spain
Tel: 34-9-57-42-17-32
Fax: 34-9-57-42-20-92
Web Site: www.eurosemillas.com
E-mail: [email protected]
Territory: Spain, The United Kingdom, Chile, Argentina, Mexico, Poland, Morocco, Tunisia, Czech Republic, Slovak Republic, Romania, India, France, Turkey, Brazil, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, and Portugal
Southern Resource Services (Pty) Limited
PO Box 138, Mt Macedon, Victoria, Australia, 3441.
Tel: 61-3-5426-4909
Territory: South Africa
Zanzi Fruitgrowing Equipment, s.r.l.
Via Modena, 19
44100 Ferrara, Italy
Tel: 39-053-27-72-288
Fax: 39-053-27-72-241
Web Site: www.zanzifruit.it/
E-mail: [email protected]
Zanzi-Sublicensee List
Territory: Italy, Belgium, Germany, the Netherlands, Greece, Luxembourg, Israel, Switzerland, Egypt, Bulgaria, and Hungary.
PEPINIERE LUC LAREAULT, INC.
90 Rue Lareault
C.P. 96
Lavaltrie, Quebec J0K 1H0
CANADA
Tel: (450) 586-1850
Fax: (450) 586-1051
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Comments

  1. Donna

    January 14, 2023 at 10:42 am

    I am confused. I have never grown strawberries before and according to the zone chart A;abama is zone 8 and I should plant between February and mid March. One person is planting in September and one is discouraged from planting in zone 8 recommended time line.
    i am really confused. Please help me understand.

    Reply
    • Mary Ward

      March 13, 2023 at 4:07 pm

      According to Alabama A&M University, plant in March for spring harvest and September for fall harvest. This might be the source of your confusion, since they’re both correct.

      This might give you more local information: https://www.aces.edu/blog/topics/lawn-garden/grow-more-strawberries/

      Reply
  2. Donny Rodgers

    August 15, 2022 at 11:53 am

    I need Chandler and Camarosa varieties to plant in mid-September, can you provide these for me ?
    Northeast Arkansas zone 7

    Reply
  3. Diane Keller

    July 07, 2022 at 11:02 am

    We live in eastern Pennsylvania and really enjoy the sweetness of our Chandler strawberries. Yum!

    Reply
  4. Moses koomson

    January 26, 2022 at 8:25 am

    How can one get stolons from chalander variety for multiplication?

    Reply
  5. Badru

    February 04, 2021 at 6:31 am

    Can chandelier strawberry be harvested more than once in a year

    Reply
  6. Elizabeth Greenberg

    April 29, 2019 at 10:38 am

    I bought a Chandler strawberry plant from a local nursery and transplanted it into a hanging basket. It seems to be doing well and has produced a few ripe berries already, but they are not sweet. Why aren’t they sweet… can I amend the soil in some way to make them sweeter?

    Reply
  7. Donna Semar

    November 09, 2018 at 5:02 pm

    This is the weirdest thing.
    My Chandler strawberries are ripening this fall with greenery germinating from what looks like the seeds on the ripe berries. I scrape the greenery off and enjoy one of the best varieties of strawberries I’ve eaten. Is this greenery growth normal?
    Bakersfield, California (zone 9)

    Reply
  8. John

    May 07, 2018 at 9:50 pm

    I am in central Arkansas and have an attractive bunch of Chandlers that do not produce berries. Well, maybe 5 berries out of the 50 plants. Beautiful bunch of flowers, nice bright green plants, but just do not produce berries. My Seascapes are producing a wonderful crop and are in the same vicinity.

    Reply
    • Erik

      June 22, 2018 at 6:10 am

      Hi John, sorry to tell, but strawberries need a “winter” (cold temperatures, short daylength) to initiate flowering. Many people sell suckers from an area where there is no winter. These suckers when planted will hardly produce any strawberry. Get your plants from a serious producer. Good luck, Erik

      Reply
  9. Ken selzer

    April 18, 2018 at 9:30 pm

    Mr strawberry. I live in San Diego on the coast. I planted chandler strawberries in February. The plants are 12inches and look very healthy. So far there have been no flowers to develope into berries. Since I am in a warm client I expected fruit now. Should I wait until June or is there something wrong which I can correct now. Thank you ken

    Reply
  10. Y.A. Rana

    February 12, 2018 at 11:08 am

    Hi Mr Strawberry
    can you provide the physical identification characteristics of some major cultivars.??

    Reply
  11. Ronald mayaka

    February 06, 2017 at 11:14 pm

    Hello my name is ronald am originally from east Africa but lives in Dallas Texas. My question is how could i get the seeds of the chandler cos they are the only one that does good in my country so far cos i can’t be able to transport the seedlings.

    Reply
    • Mr. Strawberry

      February 20, 2017 at 1:17 pm

      Ronald mayaka,
      Unfortunately, Chandler is a hybrid variety and won’t grow true from seed. So, you’ll either have to figure out a way to import the plants or pick a different variety. I’m sorry!

      Reply
  12. Chuck

    August 16, 2016 at 2:07 pm

    6 miles from coast in So. Cal. 2yrs. great chandlers. Last 2 yrs. entire crop100 plants failed. Planted Nov. initial growth good. Leaf out nice then center/crown leaves die. Shortly after entire plant dies. Currently using good organic products to build up soil , John & Bobs soil optimizer and my own compost. What’s your opinion on the disease? Should I attempt another yr. of Chandlers? Of another type of strawberry?

    Reply
    • Mr. Strawberry

      August 16, 2016 at 4:49 pm

      Chuck,
      I’d do neither until you have your soil tested. You might have parasitic organisms that have set up shop in your soil, or your soil may be contaminated with one of the many fungal pathogens to which strawberry plants are susceptible. Good luck!

      Reply
  13. Debra Morgan

    March 07, 2016 at 3:38 pm

    Do you think we can raise chandler strawberries in zone 4 in northwestern iowa

    Reply
    • Mr. Strawberry

      March 09, 2016 at 1:24 pm

      Debra Morgan,
      Yes, you should still be able to grow them there. Good luck!

      Reply
  14. Sherry

    March 06, 2016 at 3:59 pm

    I live in east Texas and I have “Allstar” that I bought last year and “Chandler” this year. I lost a whole crop to anthracnose about three years back and after pulling them all up I sterilized the soil under plastic for about a month. I’ve planted mine in pots now and would like to know the best organic way to prevent anthracnose and other strawberry diseases. Thanks!

    Reply
  15. Godwin Ozuah

    September 06, 2015 at 8:41 am

    Iwish to plant strawberries in my country(Easthern Nigeria).in that part of the world, we normally have enough rainfall between June through september.can Chandler, sweet Charlie and Oark grow in such tropical area? Secondly, wish know the different between strawberry plant and seeding.

    Reply
    • Mr. Strawberry

      September 23, 2015 at 9:09 am

      Godwin Ozuah,
      It is unlikely that strawberries will do well in your climate, if they survive at all. They are temperate in nature and prefer a cooler home. Strawberry plants are just grown-up seedlings. If you are asking about the difference between daughter/runner plants and plants grown from seed, that is a bit different. Daughter plants have identical genetics to their parent plant (clones) while the seedling is usually a cross-pollinated plant with new genetic material. Good luck!

      Reply
  16. Jerry Melton

    August 25, 2015 at 12:00 pm

    what is the latest fall date chandler strawberry plugs can be planted in zone 7 to get a fair crop the following spring?

    Reply
    • Mr. Strawberry

      August 25, 2015 at 1:24 pm

      Jerry Melton,
      It depends on the weather, but the risks increase substantially after mid-October. It is best to get them in the ground no later than the end of the first week of October, and planting in September is far better. Good luck!

      Reply
  17. Patty

    July 05, 2015 at 11:20 pm

    Will my chandler strawberries fruit in Spring and fall?

    Reply
    • Mr. Strawberry

      July 06, 2015 at 4:24 pm

      Patty,
      Chandler strawberries are June-bearing and will produce a primary crop in the spring. One or two berries may mature at other times, but the amount will be insignificant. Good luck!

      Reply
  18. Howard

    January 03, 2015 at 9:48 am

    What variety would you recommend for West Central Texas

    Reply
    • Mr. Strawberry

      January 06, 2015 at 2:02 pm

      Howard,
      I’d recommend looking up your recommended varieties here. Good luck!

      Reply
  19. Wahab ghobashi

    September 01, 2014 at 4:42 pm

    I am trying to establish a business to export strawberry seedling varieties to some of the Gulf countries. I had a number of successful attempts to grow them in The Sultanate of Oman, UAE and kuwait. Can Chandler be part of these trials as we had good result with Camarosa?
    Do you recommend any other varieties to this region and what is my chance of importing Chandler outside USA as you mentioned that it is a protected variety?

    Reply
    • Mr. Strawberry

      September 03, 2014 at 1:26 pm

      Wahab ghobashi,
      As to the specifics of exporting Chandler, you would have to check with the customs officials in your country. If Camarosa did well where you are, Chandler likely would as well. Good luck!

      Reply
  20. ivor Abeysekera

    August 20, 2014 at 4:29 pm

    Hi Mr. Strawberry,
    Excellant site. Very informative. Got a question.
    I would like to grow strawberries in a country called Sri Lanka. This is a tropical country in Asia. The Specific location where I want to grow has temps Ave high in low 70 deg F and Ave low about low 50deg. Will this climate profile suit strawberry growing. If so, what varieties would be recommended. Thanks.

    Reply
    • Mr. Strawberry

      August 21, 2014 at 11:26 am

      ivor Abeysekera,
      Actually, if your temperatures are as you note, they will likely grow there as long as you provide them with the other requirements for growing strawberries. Good luck!

      Reply
  21. Lisa Airey

    June 26, 2014 at 12:33 pm

    No, Mr. Strawberry. You can’t get off that easily! 🙂
    WHY do Chandler strawberries make less than ideal preserves? There must be a reason (or two).

    Reply
    • Mr. Strawberry

      June 26, 2014 at 1:55 pm

      Lisa Airey,
      In all my years of writing about and growing strawberries, the things I have read and heard about Chandler strawberries is that they are not at the top of the list when it comes to preserves. As for the scientific, double-blind, placebo-controlled studies that prove that, I unfortunately don’t have any to share! I can tell you that in the 96 square feet of strawberries just outside my door I have Sweet Charlie, Chandler, and Ozark Beauty strawberries growing. The preserves made from the Sweet Charlies are a notch above the other two. And, via anecdotal evidence, my experience is not unique. Adding lemon juice can indeed help if you don’t have enough pectin, but that isn’t my experience with the Chandler preserves. Other varieties just taste better! Strawberry jams made from the variety Sparkle are (anecdotally) superior to most others. That’s all I have for you in the way of proof (thin, I know)! If you have both Chandler and other varieties in your patch, why not make a few jars of each and then report back? Let us know which of yours is better! Thanks, and good luck!

      Reply
  22. Lisa Airey

    June 25, 2014 at 10:24 am

    What makes Chandler strawberries less desirable for jam making? Lower acidity? If so, can’t that be easily corrected with fresh lemon juice?

    Reply
    • Mr. Strawberry

      June 25, 2014 at 1:27 pm

      Lisa Airey,
      The general consensus is that Chandler doesn’t make optimal preserves. However, every tongue and set of taste buds is different! If you are growing Chandler strawberries and would like to make jam, go right ahead! Any strawberry jam makes me happy. Good luck!

      Reply
  23. Carlis McGhee

    October 16, 2013 at 2:36 pm

    We live in Tennessee where is the closet place we can purchase these plants

    Reply
    • Mr. Strawberry

      October 16, 2013 at 3:22 pm

      Carlis McGhee,
      You can order them online and have them shipped to your door. That is probably the easiest way to get them these days.

      Reply
  24. christine

    July 24, 2013 at 2:57 pm

    Mr. strawberry,

    i bought some strawberry plants in april and had them planted by may, but i dont remember the varity of them and wanted to do some more research on them. they did produce a few berries this spring, but we got hit with a very long and severe heat wave here and most of the blossoms did not set. i am noticeing that they are produceing runners now but i need to move them to a better spot for next year. should i wait until it gets colder, so they are dormant or can i cut the runners until i am ready to move them to a more strawberry friendly plot?

    Reply
    • Mr. Strawberry

      July 30, 2013 at 8:15 am

      christine,
      No, you shouldn’t wait until they are dormant, if you can help it. They should have time to re-establish themselves in their new location in order to maximize health and harvest. You can click this link for more information on transplanting strawberries. Good luck!

      Reply
  25. brianna johnson

    January 09, 2013 at 9:46 am

    can you grow chandlers in February – March in Georgia ?

    Reply
    • Mr. Strawberry

      January 10, 2013 at 10:35 pm

      brianna johnson,
      You might be able to in South Georgia if it is warmer than usual, but I wouldn’t recommend trying it.

      Reply

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