Beach Strawberry

Beach Strawberry is a low-growing, cold-hardy perennial groundcover, producing delicate white blooms starting in spring that attract a multitude of pollinators. Produces small, flavorful berries that provide food for wildlife (and people!). One of the specices used to create the modern garden strawberry. Has a creeping habit and spreads at a moderate rate. Can be planted inland with afternoon shade.

• Latin Name: Fragaria chiloensis
• Plant Type: Perennial herb
• Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
• Soil: Prefers sandy soils 
• Water Use: Moderate
• Hardiness: 25°F
• Size at Maturity: 1-4'" Tall x 2-3' Wide
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Bloom Time: Spring, Summer, Fall
• Dormancy: Evergreen
• Wildlife Supported: Bees, Butterflies, Moths, Hoverflies, Bats, Caterpillars, Birds
• Special uses: Containers, Groundcover, Lawn alternative

Photo credit of fruiting plant: Peter Pearsall/U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service