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Geum fragarioides
Barren Strawberry
- » Also known as Waldsteinia fragarioides
- » Tolerates full sun
- » Dainty, single yellow flowers from April to July
- » Easy to grow and pest free
- » Forms a thick, weed choking groundcover
- » Perfect for massing in sunny areas
- » Evergreen with bronze winter color
- Category:Perennial
- Breeder:American Beauties Native Plants
- Hardiness Zone:3-8
- Height:4-6 in
- Spread:12-18 in
- Bloom Color: Yellow Shades
- Foliage Color: Green Shades
This small scale native will make a big impression on your landscape, thriving in some of your toughest spots while looking fresh and colorful throughout the year. Dense and low, it is an eye-catching groundcover featuring three-lobed foliage and waves of single yellow flowers from April to July.
Attributes
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Growing & Maintenance Tips for Geum fragarioides
Plant in average, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. Adaptable to many types of soil but prefers humus-rich, slightly acidic soils. Generally intolerant of the heat and humidity of the Deep South does best in northern climates with cool summers.