Strawberry (Fragaria ananassa)
Care, watering, light and tips for Strawberry on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Rosaceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 3 days
- Light: Full sun
- Temperature: 0–30 °C
About Strawberry
Fragaria ananassa, commonly known as the garden strawberry, is a perennial herbaceous plant from the Rosaceae family, famous for its red, sweet, and juicy fruits. It features bright green serrated leaves and small white flowers with a yellow center that develop into delicious strawberries. It is ideal for home gardens, hanging baskets, or as ground cover, adding both beauty and flavor.
Native range
North America
Care tips
Garden strawberries require full sun for good fruiting and well-drained soil, rich in organic matter and slightly acidic. Keep the substrate consistently moist, especially during flowering and fruit development, avoiding waterlogging. A common mistake is not providing them with enough space or allowing runners to root unchecked, which reduces the production of large fruits.
How to save a dying Strawberry
- Warning signs
- Wilting, yellowing or spotted leaves, small or rotten fruits.
- First aid
- Check drainage, ensure proper watering and enough sunlight. Remove damaged leaves and fruits.
- What kills it
- Overwatering causing root rot or lack of direct sun.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if roots are not completely rotted and you act quickly.