To prevent pests and illnesses, remove dead or damaged leaves and debris around plants. Get rid of weeds that compete with strawberries for nutrients and water.
Trim leaves to an inch above the plant's crown following the first frost. This avoids disease and enhances sleep.
A balanced fertilizer like 10-10-10 can help strawberry plants survive winter and grow in spring. Try this late fall before the ground freezes.
When the ground freezes, cover plants with straw or pine needles. Mulch shields plants from extreme temperatures. Cover the Bed: Mulch the entire bed, not just the plants, to prevent root freezing.
Keep strawberry plants hydrated by deeply watering before frost. Winter stress affects hydrated plants less.
Inspect and treat plants for pests and diseases. Remove damaged plants and pieces to prevent winter spread.