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'Quinault' Strawberry Not Suited for Georgia

'Quinault' is a 1967 Washington State variety that performs poorly in Georgia's heat. Better choices: 'Earliglow', 'Allstar', 'Chandler', 'Camarosa'. Renew beds annually for sustained production. See xrl.us/strawberries for renovation guide.

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