Fragaria vesca 'Alpine Yellow' (F) — Trailing

Overview

Fragaria vesca 'Alpine Yellow' (F) is a trailing herbaceous perennial in the genus Fragaria, part of the Rosaceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. Fragaria vesca 'Alpine Yellow' (F) grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, patio and container plants, wildflower meadow and wildlife gardens.

About

Fragaria vesca 'Alpine Yellow' is a cultivar of the Fragaria genus, which comprises perennial plants known for their trailing habit and trifoliate leaves. This semi-evergreen herbaceous perennial produces edible fruit and thrives in full sun with a sheltered aspect, tolerating a range of soil types and pH levels as long as the soil is moist but well-drained. Suitable for cottage gardens, patios, wildflower meadows, and wildlife gardens, it is hardy in the UK (H6) and is best grown in fertile, well-drained soil. Propagation is typically by transplanting runners or sowing seed in spring at 13-18°C.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Fragaria

Sunlight: Full sun
Soil type: Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained
Aspect: North-facing, East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H6

Plant details

Fragaria vesca 'Alpine Yellow' (F) size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Herbaceous Perennial, Fruit Edible
Habit: Trailing
Foliage: Semi evergreen
Suggested uses: Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Wildflower meadow, Wildlife gardens

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Fragaria vesca 'Alpine Yellow' (F)

Propagation: Remove and transplant runners. Propagate by seed sow at 13-18°C in spring
Pest resistance: May be susceptible to aphids, slugs, glasshouse red spider mite and vine weevil
Disease resistance: May be susceptible to strawberry viruses and root rot. Fruit may be susceptible to grey moulds

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Fragaria vesca 'Alpine Yellow' (F)?

Fragaria vesca 'Alpine Yellow' (F) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Fragaria vesca 'Alpine Yellow' (F) need?

Fragaria vesca 'Alpine Yellow' (F) is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

Is Fragaria vesca 'Alpine Yellow' (F) hardy in the UK?

Fragaria vesca 'Alpine Yellow' (F) has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.

How do I propagate Fragaria vesca 'Alpine Yellow' (F)?

Remove and transplant runners. Propagate by seed sow at 13-18°C in spring.

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