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Alexandria
BerryFragaria vesca
- Full sun
- Zones 5–9
- 100 days to maturity
- Fruits
- 12" spacing
- High water
- Perennial
Overview
Day-neutral. A gourmet treat and easy landscape plant. These decorative little plants produce delicious, aromatic red strawberries, about twice the size of wild berries but much smaller than the standard type. Perennials, Alpine strawberries stay compact and produce few runners, making them suitable for rock gardens, path edgings, pots, and window boxes. Initial harvest begins the first year, with full harvest beginning the second year. Grows best in Zones 5-8.Edible Flowers: Flowers add a mild, strawberry-like flavor if sprinkled on salads or when used as a garnish for drinks and desserts.
Planting
Start indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost on surface of moist seed-starting mix without covering (requires light to germinate), or direct sow after last frost danger passes
Growing
Sun: full. Water: high. Soil: Well-drained, slightly acidic (pH 6.0-6.5), rich in organic matter. Space plants 12" apart. Germination: 10-14 days.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Minimal pest pressure; occasional spider mites, slugs, and birds in areas with high populations. Common diseases: Generally disease-resistant; fungal issues (powdery mildew, leaf spot) possible in humid conditions with poor air circulation.