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Fragaria chiloensis

Family Rosaceae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 10 - 15 cm (4 - 6 in)
Spread 60 - 75 cm (2 - 2.5 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Fragaria chiloensis (beach strawberry) bears white blossoms during mid spring to early summer. This plant has evergreen foliage that is deep green in colour.
Typical Uses Ground cover, mass planting, wild flower and woodland.
Special Characteristics Fragaria chiloensis tolerates drought and moderate foot traffic, and is noted for being naturally resistant to rabbits.
Cautions The growth rate of Fragaria chiloensis (beach strawberry) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout.