About

Fragaria daltoniana, Dalton's strawberry, is a small, stoloniferous perennial from the Himalayas producing the characteristic trifoliate leaves and white flowers of the genus, followed by small, red fruits. A charming and ornamental ground-cover plant for a cool, moist, partly shaded position.

About the genus

Fragaria, the strawberries, are stoloniferous herbaceous perennials with trifoliate, toothed leaves and rounded, five-petalled, white or pink flowers followed by edible, red, fleshy fruits. They spread by runners and are grown both as fruit plants and as ornamental ground cover.

Plant details

Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.

Care notes

CultivationPlant in well-drained soil in a suitable position. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead or damaged growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed as appropriate.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free. Monitor for common garden pests.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant. Ensure good air circulation.