Overview
Fragaria x ananassa 'Plared 54' (F) is a matforming, trailing herbaceous perennial in the genus Fragaria, part of the Rosaceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. Fragaria x ananassa 'Plared 54' (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 x ananassa 'Plared 54' is a cultivar of the Fragaria genus, which comprises perennial plants known for producing runners and trifoliate leaves. This herbaceous perennial forms a matting, trailing habit with semi-evergreen foliage. It thrives in full sun on south- or west-facing, sheltered sites with fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil of acid to neutral pH. Flowering in spring and summer, it produces the genus's characteristic rounded flowers followed by edible red fruits. Suitable for use as ground cover and in wildlife gardens, it is hardy to UK zone H6 and is propagated 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 'Plared 54' (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 x ananassa 'Plared 54' (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 x ananassa 'Plared 54' (F)?
Fragaria x ananassa 'Plared 54' (F) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Fragaria x ananassa 'Plared 54' (F) need?
Fragaria x ananassa 'Plared 54' (F) grows best in loam soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Fragaria x ananassa 'Plared 54' (F) hardy in the UK?
Fragaria x ananassa 'Plared 54' (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 x ananassa 'Plared 54' (F)?
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)