Alpine Barren Strawberry
Alpine Barren Strawberry
Waldsteinia geoides
Waldsteinia geoides
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- Compact groundcover that quickly forms dense mats.
- Cheerful yellow spring flowers that add color in the early season.
- Attractive to bees and butterflies as an early nectar source.
- Perfect for rock and wall gardens and narrow spaces.
- Low-maintenance and well-suited to shade.
Waldsteinia geoides Alpine Barren Strawberry is a hardy, low-growing plant that forms compact mats. It features evergreen foliage and bright yellow blooms, making it a reliable groundcover for diverse sites.
This Alpine native spreads slowly, tolerates sun to partial shade, and keeps seasonal color with ease. Its resilient habit makes it a dependable choice for varied garden spots.
Perfect for rock gardens, slopes, and borders, it adds a natural, enduring touch to any landscape and pairs well with other alpine plants.
Care and Watering
Waldsteinia geoides prefers bright, sunlit sites with well-drained, loamy soil. Water regularly to keep the soil evenly moist but not soggy, reducing watering in winter.
Maintenance
Apply a light spring mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds; divide clumps every 3–4 years to maintain vigor. Remove spent flowers to prolong bloom.
Location
Plant in a rock garden, alpine trough, or border with southern exposure; avoid heavy clay and deep shade.
Tips
Protect from winter freezes in harsh climates; shelter roots with a thin mulch and monitor drought during hot summers.
Waldsteinia geoides Golden barren strawberry offers a sunny burst of small, bright yellow flowers and a dense, glossy leaf cover that enriches the garden every spring.
As a spring bloomer and a favourite bee magnet, it attracts nectar early in the season and provides lively color contrasts between perennials and rocks.
Ideal for those seeking subtle, long-lasting ornamental value.
| Flowering months | |
|---|---|
| Density per m2 | 9 to 12 |
| Standing | Shade, Full sun |
| Properties | Winter hardy., Evergreen., Rotting plant. |
| Flower color | Yellow |
| Leaf color | Green |
Delivery costs
| BE € 4,95 | NL € 5,95 |
| DE € 6,95 | FR € 9,95 |
| AT € 14,95 | DK € 16,95 |
| IT € 16,95 | ES € 19,95 |
| SK € 19,95 | CZ € 19,95 |
| SE € 20,95 | IE € 20,95 |
| LU € 20,95 |
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