Fragaria virginiana (Wild Strawberry)

A Sweet, Spreading Native Groundcover

Add charm, utility, and wildlife value to your garden with Fragaria virginiana, commonly known as Wild Strawberry. This low-growing native perennial offers delicate spring flowers, edible fruit, and an attractive groundcover for sunny spots.

• Charming Spring Blooms: Small white flowers with yellow centers appear in mid to late spring, attracting early-season pollinators.

• Edible Berries: Tiny red strawberries ripen in early summer—sweet, flavorful, and loved by people and wildlife alike.

• Spreading Groundcover: Reaches widths of 1–2 feet, spreading by runners to form a dense, weed-suppressing mat.

• Pollinator & Wildlife-Friendly: Provides nectar for bees and butterflies, and fruit for birds and small mammals.

• Sun-Loving & Hardy: Thrives in well-drained soils with full sun to light shade. Hardy in USDA Zones 3–9.

• Low-Maintenance & Versatile: Excellent for edible landscapes, borders, pathways, or erosion control on sunny slopes.

Fragaria virginiana is a beautiful and functional native that combines groundcover utility with sweet rewards.