Wood Strawberry | Fragaria vesca

The image shows a close-up of lush green leaves, possibly of a ground cover plant, with some reddish stems and hints of fall colors.
Photo Credit: Seven Oaks Native Nursery
The image features a white flower with a yellow center, surrounded by green leaves and buds.
The image shows ripe red strawberries growing among green leaves in a garden setting.
A small strawberry plant in a black pot, with green leaves, placed on a textured surface.
Photo Credit: Seven Oaks Native Nursery
The image shows a close-up of lush green leaves, possibly of a ground cover plant, with some reddish stems and hints of fall colors.
The image features a white flower with a yellow center, surrounded by green leaves and buds.
The image shows ripe red strawberries growing among green leaves in a garden setting.
A small strawberry plant in a black pot, with green leaves, placed on a textured surface.

Perennial groundcover with thick basal leaves on long stalks. In spring and early summer, the white to pink flowers are about 1.5″ wide and have a bright yellow center. The strawberries are small and delicious.

 

Plant Details

Habitats Oak Woodland, Upland Prairie and Savanna, Riparian Forests, Wet Prairie
Habitat Notes Wet prairie; Riparian Forest; Upland Prairie and Oak Savanna; Oak woodland; Woodland groundcover
Arboretums
Years Planted at Arboretums 2012
Mature Height 2-8”
Shade Preference part sun
Soil Tolerance Occurs under wide range of soil moisture conditions; does not tolerate extremely wet or extremely dry conditions.
Special Uses Attracts insects, bees and butterflies; Provides wildlife forage, cover and food; Ornamental