Description
If you are looking for the absolute best-tasting strawberry for your home garden, look no further than the Lambada. Widely considered by professional chefs and home gardeners as the “King of Flavor,” the Lambada is famous for its incredible sweetness and soft, juicy texture. While it isn’t found in supermarkets because it’s too delicate for long-distance transport, it is the perfect variety for a Maltese terrace or kitchen garden.
Key Features for Malta:
Unrivalled Flavor: Exceptionally sweet with a beautiful aroma—nothing compares to a sun-ripened Lambada straight from the plant.
Early Harvester: One of the earliest varieties to ripen, giving you delicious fruit early in the season.
Pot & Hanging Basket Friendly: Its neat growth habit makes it perfect for pots on Maltese balconies or raised beds where space is limited.
Beautiful Fruit: Produces bright red, conical berries that look as good as they taste.
The Chef’s Choice: Ideal for fresh summer desserts, fruit salads, or simply eaten with a splash of Maltese cream.
Expert Tips for Growing Strawberries in Malta:
Sun & Heat: Strawberries love the sun, but in the intense Maltese summer heat, they appreciate a little afternoon shade to prevent the fruit from “cooking” on the vine.
Watering Strategy: Never water from above! Water at the base of the plant to keep the leaves and fruit dry. This prevents rot. In summer, they may need daily watering.
Keep Fruit Clean: Use a layer of straw or “strawberry mats” under the plants. This keeps the berries off the soil, preventing pests and rot.
Feeding for Sweetness: Use a high-potash organic fertilizer (like liquid seaweed or tomato food) every two weeks once the first flowers appear. This ensures the sweetest possible fruit.
Planting Depth: Ensure the “crown” (the part where the leaves emerge) is level with the soil surface. Planting too deep can cause rot; too shallow can dry out the roots.
Variety: Lambada (Early Season).
Flavor Profile: Extra Sweet / Gourmet.
Planting Time: March – May.
Harvest Period: May – June.
Other Names: Gourmet Strawberry Lambada, Sweetest Garden Strawberry, Lambada Strawberry Runners/Plants, Premium Dessert Strawberry
