Fragaria vesca


Other Scientific Name(s):
Common Name(s): Wild strawberry, Wood strawberry
Family Name: Rosaceae
Plant Type: ground cover
Native Range: AB, BC, SK, MB, ON, QC, NB, NL, NS, NT
Zone: 4
Habitat: Fields, Woodland
Wildlife Benefit: attracts birds, attracts mammals

General Description

Flower Colour: white
Blooming Season: spring
Fruit Type: berry
Fruit Colour: red
Fruiting Season: summer
Height at maturity: 7 - 15 cm (0' 2" - 0' 5")

Growing Conditions

Light: partial shade, sun
Moisture: moist

General Interest

Attributes:
Cautions: Can spread easily

Gardener's Notes



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