Strawberry
Fragaria X Ananassa
Overview
Strawberry (Fragaria x ananassa) is a low-growing perennial producing sweet, red fruits. This herbaceous plant has a spread of 12-24 inches, requiring full sun and well-drained soil with a pH between 5.5 and 7.0. White flowers blossom in spring, yielding berries in early summer. Ideal for ground cover, borders, or containers. Hardy in USDA zones 5-8, it requires regular watering and mulching to maintain moisture and discourage weeds.
Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 3–8Type Ground cover, Perennial
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half
- Water
- Extra in Summer, Medium
- USDA zones
- 3–8
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Ground cover, Perennial
- Family
- Rosaceae
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