Overview
Fragaria vesca var. albescens is a matforming, trailing herbaceous perennial in the genus Fragaria, part of the Rosaceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. Fragaria vesca var. albescens 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, commonly called the woodland strawberry, Alpine strawberry, wild strawberry, Carpathian strawberry or European strawberry, is a perennial herbaceous plant in the rose family that grows naturally throughout much of the Northern Hemisphere, and that produces edible fruits.
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 var. albescens 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 var. albescens
- 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 var. albescens?
Fragaria vesca var. albescens prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Fragaria vesca var. albescens need?
Fragaria vesca var. albescens grows best in loam soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Fragaria vesca var. albescens hardy in the UK?
Fragaria vesca var. albescens 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 var. albescens?
Remove and transplant runners.
More in the Fragaria genus
- Fragariastrawberry
- Fragaria daltonianaDalton’s strawberry
- Fragaria vesca 'Alpine Yellow' (F)
- Fragaria vesca 'Capron Royale' (F)
- Fragaria vesca 'Multiplex' (d)alpine strawberry 'Multiplex'
- Fragaria vesca 'White Soul' (F)
- Fragaria vesca 'White Surprise' (F)
- Fragaria vesca 'Yellow Wonder' (F)