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Fragaria vesca
Strawberry 

Fragaria vesca
Common name

Strawberry

Group

Perennials

Family

Rosaceae

Description

Strawberry. A perennial with rosettes of green leaves and clusters of white flowers; followed by succulent red strawberries. Max Height 30cm. Flowers May to July. Fruits June. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.

Characteristics

Growth habit
Rosette-forming
Fragrance
No
Hardiness
Hardy
Toxicity
Skin irritant with sunlight

Size

Growth speed
Slow
Ultimate height
30cm
Ultimate spread
2m

Colour

Flowers
White in May; July
Foliage
Green - Semi-evergreen
Fruit
Red in June
 

Growing your plants

Aspect
Full sun/partial shade Sheltered site
Soil
Fertile
Moisture
Moist; Well drained
Propagation
Stem cuttings; Seed
Usage
Woodland
Planting
Water thoroughly before planting

Caring for your plants

Pruning
Early spring Only prune if required to keep shape
Maintenance
Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost
Care
Keep moist in first year
Pests & diseases
Mealy bugs; Scale

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Regular 2 litre --- --- £4.87 £ 17