Fragaria virginiana

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Fragaria virginiana | wild strawberry

Wild strawberry is an extremely versatile native ground cover. Naturally occurring in almost every state in the continental U.S., this ground-hugging plant can grow in full sun to almost full shade, tolerates a wide range of soil conditions, and will spread by runners. The fruit is edible and delicious—but tiny—and may be best considered a treat for the wildlife in your yard. Leaves will turn red in fall. Tolerates mowing and light foot traffic.

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Fragaria virginiana | wild strawberry

Wild strawberry is an extremely versatile native ground cover. Naturally occurring in almost every state in the continental U.S., this ground-hugging plant can grow in full sun to almost full shade, tolerates a wide range of soil conditions, and will spread by runners. The fruit is edible and delicious—but tiny—and may be best considered a treat for the wildlife in your yard. Leaves will turn red in fall. Tolerates mowing and light foot traffic.

HABIT

Height: 6-12”

Bloom Time: mid- to late spring

SITE CONDITIONS

Light: full sun, part shade

Soil: medium-wet, average, medium-dry, dry

CULTIVATION TIPS

Establishment: easy, spreads quickly by runners

Deer Resistance: high

INTERACTIONS

Pollinator Support: moderate

Other: berries provide food for birds and other wildlife

CONSERVATION

Native Range: Northeast, plus most of continental U.S.

Seed propagated: yes