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Botanical Name:
Fragaria chiloensis
Common Name(s):
Ornamental Strawberry
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.
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Notes:
Planting Instructions: 1. Dig a hole 2 times the width and 1 and 1/2 times the height of the container. 2. Set rootball at ground level. 3. Prepare soil mix of equal parts soil and soil amendment. 4. Backfill with amended soil. 5. Build Basin and water.
Culture:
Sun:
Shade
Water:
Low
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Hydrozones:
#2
Soil Type:
Sandy
Soil Condition:
Soil pH:
Neutral
Adverse Factors:
N/A
Design:
Design Styles:
Meadow
Accenting Features:
N/A
Seasonal Interest:
Spring
Location Uses:
Patio
Special Uses:
Full
Attracts Wildlife:
Birds
Anatomy:
Flower Color:
White
Flower Season:
Spring
Leaf Color:
Green
Bark Color:
N/A
Fruit Color:
Red
Fruit Season:
Fall
Fruit Type:
Berry
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