{"product_id":"japanese-gourmet-strawberry-yuki-usagi-white-rabbit-rare","title":"Japanese Gourmet Strawberry ‘Yuki Usagi’ (White rabbit)  - Rare","description":"\u003cp\u003eJapanese Gourmet Strawberry ‘Yuki Usagi’ (White Rabbit) — Rare Luxury Fruit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the Variety\u003cbr\u003e\n‘Yuki Usagi’ (meaning White Rabbit) is one of Japan’s most exquisite gourmet strawberries, prized for its snowy-white skin, delicate blush undertones, and red seeds that create a striking contrast. These strawberries are not just beautiful — they are exceptionally sweet, aromatic, and juicy, with a flavor often described as candy-like, yet refined. Grown under carefully controlled conditions in Japan, Yuki Usagi strawberries are considered a true luxury fruit, often gifted in elegant boxes and sold at premium prices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eType: Perennial strawberry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFruit Size: Medium to large berries, plump and heart-shaped.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFruit Color: Creamy white to blush-pink skin with vivid red seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFlavor Profile: Intensely sweet, fragrant, and low in acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYield: Moderate; cultivated more for quality and uniqueness than heavy production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCare \u0026amp; Cultivation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLight: Requires full sun to develop the best sugar content and color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSoil: Fertile, well-draining soil with slightly acidic pH. Raised beds or containers recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWatering: Keep soil evenly moist during the growing and fruiting season; avoid wetting fruit directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSpacing: 12–18 inches between plants for good airflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFertilization: Use a strawberry or berry-specific fertilizer during growth and flowering stages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePropagation: Typically grown through runners or tissue culture; true plants are closely managed and rare outside Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhy It’s Special\u003cbr\u003e\nYuki Usagi strawberries are a cultural and culinary luxury in Japan. Their rare white flesh, candy-like sweetness, and limited availability make them one of the most expensive and collectible strawberries in the world. These berries are often given as gifts, symbolizing elegance and celebration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOur Growing Practices\u003cbr\u003e\nAll of our plants are cultivated here in the USA, grown from seed, cuttings, or tissue culture. This ensures strong genetics, healthy plants, and a reliable source for gardeners who want to add heirloom, rare, or gourmet fruit varieties to their collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Twyman's Flora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51387608269079,"sku":"165","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/twymansflora.com\/products\/japanese-gourmet-strawberry-yuki-usagi-white-rabbit-rare","provider":"Twyman's Flora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}