Also known as Chilean Strawberry · Chiloe Strawberry · Pacific Beach Strawberry
Fragaria chiloensis, the beach strawberry, is a vigorous, creeping groundcover native to coastal regions of the Americas, valued for its edible fruit and ornamental appea
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for best fruiting.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers moderate temperatures, thrives in cooler coastal climates.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Low
25% intensity
Light feeding in spring and a potassium boost during fruiting.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | Yes |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Beach strawberries prefer consistently moist soil, especially during fruiting. Water deeply at the base of the plant when the top inch of soil feels dry. Avoid overhead watering to prevent fungal diseases.
Reduce watering slightly in cooler months, but do not let the soil dry out completely.
Prune away dead, damaged, or diseased foliage throughout the growing season. After fruiting, trim back any overgrown runners to encourage stronger plant development and prevent overcrowding.
This also helps redirect the plant's energy into producing more robust fruits the following season.
Beach strawberries are easily propagated from runners. Once runners have formed small plantlets with roots, carefully snip them from the parent plant.
These can then be transplanted into pots or directly into the garden, provided soil conditions are suitable.
Repotting is generally not necessary for beach strawberries grown in the ground, as they spread via runners. If grown in containers, repot every 1-2 years in spring into a slightly larger pot with fresh, well-draining potting mix to provide adequate space for root growth and nutrient replenishment.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Beach Strawberry (Fragaria chiloensis)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Rosales |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Genus | Fragaria |
| Species | Fragaria chiloensis |
Similar in genus Fragaria
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data
