Overview
Fragaria vesca 'Capron Royale' (F) is a matforming, trailing herbaceous perennial in the genus Fragaria, part of the Rosaceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. Fragaria vesca 'Capron Royale' (F) grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include edible fruit, ground cover and wildlife gardens.
About
Fragaria vesca 'Capron Royale' is a cultivar of the Fragaria genus, which comprises perennial plants known for their matforming and trailing habit. This semi-evergreen herbaceous perennial thrives in full sun, ideally in south- or west-facing, sheltered positions with fertile, well-drained loam soil that is moist but not waterlogged. It produces edible red fruits following its rounded flowers in spring and summer. Suitable for use as ground cover and in wildlife gardens, 'Capron Royale' can be propagated by removing and transplanting runners and is hardy to UK zone H6.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Fragaria
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing or West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Fragaria vesca 'Capron Royale' (F) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial, Fruit Edible
- Habit
- Matforming, Trailing
- Foliage
- Semi evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Edible fruit, Ground cover, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Fragaria vesca 'Capron Royale' (F)
- Propagation
- Remove and transplant runners
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Slugs and snails, Glasshouse red spider mite, Vine weevil
- Disease resistance
- Strawberry viruses, Root rot, Grey moulds
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Fragaria vesca 'Capron Royale' (F)?
Fragaria vesca 'Capron Royale' (F) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Fragaria vesca 'Capron Royale' (F) need?
Fragaria vesca 'Capron Royale' (F) grows best in loam soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Fragaria vesca 'Capron Royale' (F) hardy in the UK?
Fragaria vesca 'Capron Royale' (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 'Capron Royale' (F)?
Remove and transplant runners.
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