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Name:
Alpine Strawberry
Botanical
Name:
Fragaria vesca
Zone:
5-9
Exposure:
Sun to Partial Shade
Bloom
Time and Color:
White or near white blooms in late summer to early fall.
Description:
Alpine strawberry is a low-growing, compact perennial about 10" high with
a spread of 8". Flowers are round-petaled in flat clusters on a separate
stalk from the leaves. The fruit is a small, scarlet, cone-shaped berry studded
with tiny, brown seeds. They have a fragrance and taste more delicate than the
larger cultivated berries. Alpine stawberries grow quickly and are everbearing.
Once the fruit appears, the plant will continue to bear all season.
Care:
The plants are hardy but deteriorate after a few years and need replacing. Plant
in the garden as a border or in outdoor containers.