Also known as Alpine Strawberries · Alpine Strawberry · Bosaardbei
Fragaria vesca, the woodland strawberry, is a small, delicate perennial producing tiny, intensely flavored red fruits. It thrives in partial shade and is ideal for ground
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. Can tolerate full sun if consistently watered.
Consistent Moisture
75% intensity
Keep soil evenly moist, especially during flowering and fruiting. Avoid soggy conditions.
Loam
50% intensity
Cool to Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 15-25°C. Can tolerate cooler conditions.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Light Feeding
25% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted, during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | Yes |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Maintain consistently moist soil, especially during fruiting. Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, which can lead to root rot.
Reduce watering frequency slightly in cooler, less active periods, but never let the soil completely dry out.
Pruning is minimal for woodland strawberries. Remove any dead, damaged, or diseased foliage as it appears to maintain plant health and prevent disease spread.
After fruiting, you can trim back overgrown runners to manage spread and encourage the plant to focus energy on the main crown.
Woodland strawberries are easily propagated through runners. Once runners develop small plantlets, allow them to root in place or gently guide them to a new pot filled with moist soil.
Once established, they can be separated from the parent plant. Division of established crowns is also possible.
Woodland strawberries generally do not require frequent repotting. If grown in containers, repot every 1-2 years in early spring before active growth begins.
Use a well-draining potting mix, preferably one rich in organic matter. Ensure the new pot is only slightly larger than the current one.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Woodland Strawberry (Fragaria vesca)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Rosales |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Genus | Fragaria |
| Species | Fragaria vesca |
Similar in genus Fragaria
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