Overview
Fragaria x ananassa 'Candela'PBR is a matforming, trailing herbaceous perennial in the genus Fragaria, part of the Rosaceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. Fragaria x ananassa 'Candela'PBR 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 x ananassa 'Candela' is a cultivar of the Fragaria genus, which comprises perennial plants known for producing runners and trifoliate leaves. This herbaceous perennial has a matforming, trailing habit with semi-evergreen foliage. It thrives in full sun on south- or west-facing, sheltered sites, preferring fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil with an acid to neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H6, 'Candela' is valued for its edible red fruits that appear in spring and summer. It is suitable for use as ground cover and in wildlife gardens, with propagation achieved by removing and transplanting runners.
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 x ananassa 'Candela'PBR 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 x ananassa 'Candela'PBR
- 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 x ananassa 'Candela'PBR?
Fragaria x ananassa 'Candela'PBR prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Fragaria x ananassa 'Candela'PBR need?
Fragaria x ananassa 'Candela'PBR grows best in loam soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Fragaria x ananassa 'Candela'PBR hardy in the UK?
Fragaria x ananassa 'Candela'PBR 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 x ananassa 'Candela'PBR?
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)