The Alexandria Everbearing Alpine Strawberry (Fragaria vesca) is a compact, non-running variety cherished for its continuous harvest of small, intensely flavorful red berries. These non-GMO strawberry seeds produce productive plants that bloom with delicate white flowers and yield fruit from early summer through fall.
Perfect for garden beds, hanging baskets, and containers, this alpine strawberry is prized for its ornamental beauty, sweet aroma, and ease of care. It’s an heirloom favorite that performs exceptionally well in home gardens and edible landscapes.
Key Features
- Produces sweet, red berries with white blossoms all season
- Non-GMO, heirloom everbearing alpine strawberry variety
- Compact, runnerless plants ideal for small spaces and containers
- Excellent for edible landscaping and ornamental use
- Easy to grow and productive from first year onward
Specifications
| Characteristic | Details |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Alexandria Everbearing Alpine Strawberry |
| Scientific Name | Fragaria vesca |
| Plant Type | Perennial Fruit-Bearing Herb |
| Growth Habit | Compact, mounded, runnerless |
| Heirloom | Yes |
| GMO Status | Non-GMO |
| Organic | Naturally untreated seed form |
| USDA Hardiness Zones | 5–9 |
| Sunlight Requirement | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Soil Type | Rich, well-drained loam |
| Soil pH | 6.0–7.0 |
| Season | Spring or early summer planting |
| Watering | Moderate; prefers consistently moist soil |
| Days to Germination | 14–30 days (light required) |
| Mature Height | 6–8 inches |
| Spread | 8–12 inches |
| Flower Color | White |
| Fruit Color | Bright red |
| Pollination | Self-pollinating; attracts bees |
| Maintenance | Low; trim old leaves after fruiting |
| Special Features | Everbearing, ornamental, edible, compact growth |
Planting Guide
- Seed Preparation: Stratify seeds for 2–4 weeks in the refrigerator before sowing.
- Planting Depth: Press seeds onto surface of moist soil; do not cover (light aids germination).
- Temperature: Maintain 65–75°F for germination.
- Light: Provide bright, indirect sunlight or grow lights.
- Transplanting: Move seedlings outdoors after frost has passed.
- Watering: Keep soil evenly moist; mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
