Waldsteinia Fragarioides Waldsteinia Fragarioides
Minus icon Plant Type Perennials, Groundcovers
Minus icon Height Short 8"
Minus icon Spacing Plant 14" apart
Minus icon Bloom Time Early Spring to Late Spring
Minus icon Sun / Shade Mostly Sunny to Mostly Shady
Minus icon Growing Zones 4-8
Minus icon Soil Type Normal, Clay, Sandy
Minus icon Water Needs Medium
Minus icon Sold In Plantable Pots (3.5x3.5x4")
Waldsteinia ternata 'Fragarioides'
Waldsteinia are ornamental, strawberry-like plants that form a dense, weed-smothering carpet. Shiny leaves with yellow buttercup flowers. The foliage is evergreen in mild winter areas. Easy to maintain and adapts to most soil types. Fruit is not edible.
Prefers a partial to mostly shady site (2-6 hours of indirect sunlight). In the south, it does better with some afternoon shade. Tolerates a wide range of soils but grows best in average, medium moisture, well-drained soil. Does not like to be in standing water for extended periods. Thrives in soil with organic matter like compost. Best in an area sheltered from strong winds. Can be divided in spring or fall. Spreads by runner-like rhizomes. Is drought tolerant once established but does not tolerate heat & humidity. Pruning is not necessary, making it an easy-care, low-maintenance plant. If needed, avoid pruning more than 1/3 of the plant.
Our plants are grown in 3.5x3.5x4” plantable pots. Made from 100% biodegradable coconut husk fibers (coir), these pots have tremendous advantages over plastic pots. With better air exchange, this "breathable" pot fosters robust root growth and reduces transplant shock since you can plant the pots directly in the ground. The pot naturally becomes part of the soil on its own over time—no composting required—and since they're made from a renewable resource that requires very little energy, they're earth-friendly too!
We offer a 100% guarantee for all our perennials to reach you in good condition and to grow. If you're not satisfied, we'll reship or refund immediately. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have questions or concerns—we share your passion for gardening and want your new plants to thrive in your border!
We use custom, earth-friendly packaging to make sure your order arrives in great condition, and we ship based on the best planting time for your growing zone (see the approximate dates below), unless otherwise indicated at checkout. If you wish, you can indicate a specific ship date during checkout.
