Water
Water Waldsteinia idahoensis regularly to maintain consistently moist soil, especially during dry periods. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot.
Allow the top centimeter of soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Idaho barren strawberry (Waldsteinia idahoensis) is a low-growing perennial groundcover with attractive foliage and small, yellow, strawberry-like flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Partial shade to full sun
50% intensity
Prefers dappled shade or morning sun, tolerates full sun if soil remains moist.
Regular watering
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Hardy perennial
25% intensity
Tolerates a wide range of temperatures, hardy in USDA zones 4-7.
Light feeder
25% intensity
Fertilize sparingly in spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Waldsteinia idahoensis regularly to maintain consistently moist soil, especially during dry periods. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot.
Allow the top centimeter of soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Prune after flowering to maintain a tidy appearance and remove any dead or damaged foliage. This also helps to encourage denser growth and prevent the plant from becoming leggy.
Remove any winter-damaged leaves in early spring.
Propagate Waldsteinia idahoensis through division of established clumps in early spring or fall. Runners also readily root where they touch the soil. Seed propagation is possible but less common for garden use.
Repot container-grown plants every 2-3 years in spring, or when they become root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix. This is also a good opportunity to divide larger clumps for propagation.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Idaho Barren Strawberry (Waldsteinia idahoensis)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Rosales |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Genus | Waldsteinia |
| Species | Waldsteinia idahoensis |
Similar in genus Waldsteinia
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