The best time to plant strawberries depends on your region and the type of planting material, but generally:

• In many places, strawberries are best planted in early spring (March to April) when the soil is workable. This allows plants to establish strong roots before summer and produce a harvest. Planting in early spring is often recommended for bare root plants or those coming out of cold storage.
• Alternatively, planting in late summer to early autumn (July to August) can work well, giving plants time to establish before the following growing season and yielding an early, abundant harvest the next year. In northern regions, planting should be done no later than the first week of September to ensure establishment before winter.
• If using chilled plants stored at low temperatures, these can be planted from March through June for a harvest about 10 weeks later.

Strawberries grow best in a sunny, sheltered spot with well-drained, fertile, slightly acidic soil. It is important to space plants about 25-35 cm apart with rows about 50-60 cm apart for healthy growth and good fruit production. Summary:

Planting Time| Notes
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Early Spring (March-April)| Allows root establishment, suitable for most types
Late Summer (July-August)| Good for early harvest next year, plant by early September
March to June (for chilled plants)| Harvest about 10 weeks after planting

This timing advice is consistent across various regions, though specific timing can slightly vary by local climate.