Woodland Strawberry
A cute little strawberry native throughout North America, the Woodland Strawberry produces tiny little tasty strawberries that melt in your mouth on a warm summer’s day. Very shade tolerant and easy to grow, these make a great addition to the shade garden or anywhere in your yard that you’re trying to squeeze a few more berries out of.
Latin Name: Fragaria vesca
Site and Soil: Strawberries like 1/2 day to full sun and well drained soil.
Pollination Requirements: Strawberries are self-fertile.
Hardiness: Hardy to -30° F
Bearing Age: 1st year after planting.
Size at Maturity: 6-8″ in height.
Bloom Time: March – April
Ripening Time: June
Yield: 1 pint
Pests & Diseases: Strawberries are highly resistant to pests and viruses. Use straw mulch to keep berries off of soil and to deter slugs.
USDA Zone: 4-8