About
A low growing, spreading species of strawberry, with glossy dark green leaves held on pinkish-red leaf stalks, forming good ground cover. Large white flowers are followed by red fruit with a paler centre.
About the genus
Fragaria are stoloniferous perennials with leaves composed of three leaflets, and rounded white or pink flowers followed by edible red fruits
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeLoam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH6
Plant details
Plant typeFruit Edible, Herbaceous Perennial
HabitMatforming
FoliageSemi evergreen
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
Time to full height1-2 years
Suggested usesCoastal, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants
Native toAmericas, Hawaii
Care notes
CultivationSuitable for use as an ornamental ground cover plant, with the bonus of fruits. Requires free-draining soil. If grown predominantly for fruits - see strawberry cultivation
PruningRemove excess runners. Cut back old leaves
PropagationRemove and transplant runners
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to aphids, slugs and snails, glasshouse red spider mite and vine weevil
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to strawberry viruses and root rot. Fruit prone to grey moulds