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.