Alpine Strawberry
Fruits
Beginner
Perennial

Alpine Strawberry

Fragaria vesca

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About Plant: Alpine Strawberry

A compact woodland strawberry producing small intensely aromatic berries over a long season, often with fewer runners than garden strawberries.

Growing Profile

SunlightFull Sun
WaterRegular, consistent
SoilRich, well-drained (5.5–6.8)
Spacing12–24 inches
Height6–10 inches
Time to Harvest1-2 years
Planting DepthPlant crown/root at correct nursery depth
Germination TimeVaries; nursery plants recommended

Expert Growing Tips

Mulch fruiting plants, keep berries off bare soil, and harvest frequently as fruit colors.