Woodland Strawberry

Woodland Strawberry is a charming, low-growing perennial groundcover with delicate white flowers followed by small, flavorful red berries. Native to temperate forests across North America and Europe, this hardy plant thrives in shady and sunny areas and moist, well-draining soil. Its heart-shaped leaves create an attractive carpet of foliage, while the small berries—prized for their sweet, complex flavor—attract pollinators and wildlife. Perfect for woodland gardens, shade borders, and naturalized plantings, Woodland Strawberry spreads gently via rhizomes to fill gaps beneath trees and shrubs. Extremely cold-hardy and low-maintenance once established, it's an excellent choice for native plant landscapes and sustainable garden designs.

• Latin Name: Fragaria vesca
• Plant Type: Perennial Herb
• Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade, Deep Shade
• Soil: Tolerates Clay and Garden Soil
• Hardiness: -5°F
• Size at Maturity: 1' Tall x 3-10' Wide
• Growth rate: Fast
• Bloom Time: Winter, Spring
• Dormancy: Evergreen, Summer Semi-deciduous
• Wildlife Supported: Bats, Birds, Bees, Caterpillars, Butterflies 
• Special uses: Containers, Deer resistant, Groundcover, Lawn alternative