Wood Strawberry | Fragaria vesca - Benton Soil And Water Conservation District

Wood Strawberry | Fragaria vesca

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Photo Credit: Seven Oaks Native Nursery

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Photo Credit: Seven Oaks Native Nursery

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

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Upland Prairie and Savanna

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