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California Native Plant

Fragaria chiloensis

Beach or Sand Strawberry

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Modesto Jr. Col./Applegat

 

Description

Perennial grows 4"-8" high with tooth-edged leaves and ornamental strawberries during the fall. Cut back or mow in early spring to encourage new growth.

 

Plant Type

Ground cover, Perennial

Height Range

Under 1'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Red

Fruit Season

Fall

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

Water

Low, Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Meadow, Seascape, Woodland

Accenting Features

n/a

Seasonal Interest

Spring

Location Uses

Patio

Special Uses

Filler, Mass Planting, Lawn Substitute, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.