Fragaria virginiana
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.
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.
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.
HABIT
Height: 6”
Bloom Time: mid- to late spring, early summer
SITE CONDITIONS
Light: full sun, part shade, shade
Soil: medium-wet, average, medium-dry, dry
CULTIVATION TIPS
Establishment: will spread 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