There are two types of planting systems for strawberries. If you have limited garden space, the matted row is an excellent layout choice. Create rows spaced 4 feet apart. Then place plants along the row, leaving 18” in between. Once plants are established, allow runners to fill areas in between.
The matted row is a very productive way to grow strawberries, but if rows get too crowded, fruit will stay small and disease may occur. Remove dead leaves and berries weekly, and prune a few leaves off each plant to make the area less dense.
Another planting method is the hill. Create hills that are 2-3 feet apart and place plants one foot apart. Pinch off all runners that form during the first season.