Fragaria vesca
alpine strawberry - woodland
Attractive foliage consisting of three palmate leaflets, each with a notched edge, forms in clusters along the creeping stolons. ...
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Plant description
Attractive foliage consisting of three palmate leaflets, each with a notched edge, forms in clusters along the creeping stolons.
In partial shade alpine strawberries will spread as ground cover, in full sun, small, round decorative and edible fruits are formed.
Use Fragaria vesca at the front of the border, lining the edge of a path, or for spilling over the rim of a pot.
In partial shade alpine strawberries will spread as ground cover, in full sun, small, round decorative and edible fruits are formed.
Use Fragaria vesca at the front of the border, lining the edge of a path, or for spilling over the rim of a pot.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Fast-growing
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Fragaria vesca:
Fragaria thrives in well-drained, slightly acidic soil in full sun to partial shade. Plant these wild strawberries about 20-30cm (8-12in) apart in a sunny border or container, enriching the soil with plenty of compost or well-rotted manure.
Water regularly during dry spells but avoid waterlogging their shallow roots. Mulch with straw or leaf mould to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Thin overcrowded clumps and divide them every few years to maintain vigour.
Apply a balanced fertiliser in early spring to boost growth and fruiting.
Water regularly during dry spells but avoid waterlogging their shallow roots. Mulch with straw or leaf mould to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Thin overcrowded clumps and divide them every few years to maintain vigour.
Apply a balanced fertiliser in early spring to boost growth and fruiting.
Please note:
This plant is semi-evergreen, so it can lose some of its leaves in winter. In colder regions or more exposed gardens, it may lose them all, but then fresh new foliage appears again in spring.
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