Strawberries are ready about 30 days after blooming, typically between late May and early October, depending on the variety. Harvest when berries are fully red—size doesn’t matter—and check for ...

Jams and preserves, shortcakes and pies. Head out to a local farm and pick some home-grown strawberries. It’s prime time for those sweet gems that signify summer is here, and the U-pick fruit season ...