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Fragaria chiloensis | Coastal Strawberry

Plant Information

Plant Overview

Fragaria chiloensis

Photography by PlantMaster, Arleen Ferrara

Additional Names
Beach Strawberry, Sand
Description*
This perennial, used as a ground cover, grows 1' high and 3' wide. It has tooth-edged, reddish green, evergreen leaves. Tiny white flowers with yellow centers appear in spring through early fall, followed by edible red fruit. This perennial can be used as a lawn replacement, in coastal areas as it tolerates sand and hot inland areas as long as it has afternoon shade. It needs regular watering. Birds love this plant.
*Description by PlantMaster

General

Type
Ground cover, Perennial
Season
Evergreen
Height
1 ft.
Width
3 ft.

Flower / Leaf

Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Character
Lobed, Glossy

Sun / Water / Soil

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium, Extra in Summer
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky
Growth Rate
Moderate
Description*
This perennial, used as a ground cover, grows 1' high and 3' wide. It has tooth-edged, reddish green, evergreen leaves. Tiny white flowers with yellow centers appear in spring through early fall, followed by edible red fruit. This perennial can be used as a lawn replacement, in coastal areas as it tolerates sand and hot inland areas as long as it has afternoon shade. It needs regular watering. Birds love this plant.
*Description by PlantMaster