Fragaria chiloensis grow and care – herbaceous of the genus Fragaria also known as Beach strawberry or Coastal strawberry, Fragaria chiloensis perennial evergreen plant, mostly used as ornamental plant, grow in temperate, mediterranean or subtropical climate and growing in hardiness zone 5-10.
Leaves grow on stems the leaf divided for 3 lobes the edges serrated.
Flower color white or pink, the flower have five petal the stamens yellow.
Fragaria chiloensis fruits
Fruit are red with cone shape sometime can be in heart shape, the size of the fruit 2-4 cm.
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How to grow Fragaria chiloensis growing and care:
Mulch, moist
What is the best way to start growing?
Plant / Vegetative Reproduction
Is it necessary to use vegetative reproduction?
Yes
Difficulties or problems when growing:
?
Planting season:
Autumn – frost free area / Spring – temperate climate
Pests and diseases:
Slugs
Pruning season:
After the fruit season
How to prune:
Dead leaves
Size of the plant?
5-20 cm, 2-8 inches
Growth speed in optimal condition:
Fast growing
Water requirement:
Average amount of water / Big amount of water
Light conditions in optimal condition for growing:
Full Sun / Half Shade
Is it possible to grow indoor as houseplant?
No
Growing is also possible in a planter /flowerpot / containers:
Yes
Blooming information
Bloom season:
Autumn, winter – frost free area / Spring, summer – temperate climate
General information about the flower
Pink or white flower with five petal the stamens yellow
Pollination is done by:
Bees
Edible Fruits
Fruit harvest season:
Winter-spring – frost free area / Spring, summer – temperate climate
Fruits pests or diseases:
Birds, slugs
What can be done with big quantities of Fragaria chiloensis fruits?
Eat raw, jams, juice, cakes
Work requirements on the fruit:
Prevent the fruit touch the grounds
How long does it take to bear fruit?
4-6 month
Scientific name: Fragaria chiloensis
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