Strawberry

Strawberry Growing Conditions Botanical Name: Fragaria × ananassa Common Name: Strawberry Growing Conditions Sun: Full sun (6–8 hours daily) Water: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged Soil: Rich, well-draining soil with compost added Height: 15–30 cm Width: 30–45 cm Growth Rate: Fast-growing Features Produces sweet, juicy edible fruit Attractive green foliage with white flowers Ideal for pots, hanging baskets, and garden beds Uses Fresh eating, desserts, jams, and smoothies Great for edible gardens and container planting Care Mulch around plants to keep fruit clean and retain moisture Feed regularly with a fruiting fertilizer during growing season Remove runners if larger fruit production is preferred Frost Tolerates light frost but protect young plants from severe frost Indigenous / Edible Indigenous: No Edible: Yes – fruit is edible and highly nutritious