Barren Strawberry (Waldsteinia Fragarioides) is a perennial groundcover in the Rosaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

A low-growing, strawberry-like perennial groundcover with evergreen basal leaves and bright yellow flowers in early spring.

Barren Strawberry

Barren Strawberry

Waldsteinia Fragarioides

A low-growing, strawberry-like perennial groundcover with evergreen basal leaves and bright yellow flowers in early spring.

Quick Facts

Type
groundcover
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade, dappled_shade
Hardiness Zones
3-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, clay
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control, weed suppression

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Barren Strawberry

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Rosaceae
Genus:Waldsteinia