Edibles – Strawberry

Botanical name: fragaria ananassa

Beginner friendly?: yes

Average size at maturity: about 1 ft in height with a 2 ft spread

Harvest time: spring – summer

Hardy zone: zones 4-8

Flower color: white/pink

Foliage color: green

Growth rate: matures enough to produce fruit about 4-6 months after planting

Pruning instructions: deadhead discolored foliage throughout the growing season as needed

Propagation methods: sowing

Landscape use: edible garden

Light needs: at least 6 hours of sun per day

Special features: fragrance, high in vitamin C

Watering instructions: water only when the soil feels dry to the touch

Fertilizing instructions : use an organic fertilizer every 3 months during the growing season

Best time to plant: spring, summer, fall

Best type of soil: loam/sand

Companion plants: thyme, sage, garlic, nasturtium

Toxicity level: non-toxic for humans and pets

Invasive species: no