The wonderful wild strawberries are by no means limited to growing under trees in the wild. Don't be afraid to grow the wild form in the garden. The following varieties have proven to be ideal for the home kitchen garden.
How can I grow wild strawberries in the garden?
Wild strawberries are easy to grow in the garden and thrive particularly well in partially shaded locations. Popular varieties include Forest Queen, Rosa Perle, Kyrel, Blanc Amélioré and Alpine Yellow. Plant neighbors such as pole beans or sunflowers provide ideal shading.
Forest Queen and colleagues feel at home in the bed
Once hikers have nibbled on wild strawberries along the way, they are hopelessly addicted to the inimitable taste. How good that the following varieties can be planted and cared for in the garden so that you can enjoy fruity enjoyment even without long walks:
- Forest Queen: an ornament in every bed with pure white flowers and deep red fruits
- Pink Pearl: the robust plant produces countless pink strawberries even under deciduous trees
- Kyrel: the elongated fruits stand above the leaves for easy harvesting
- Blanc Amélioré: a rarity with white strawberries, ideal for pickling
- Alpine Yellow: white-yellow fruits with a unique wild berry aroma
The Florika variety is perfect for cultivation as a ground cover. Their fruits are so high above the ground that they are rarely attacked by pests or gray mold. In addition, this wild strawberry is so robust that it thrives in the same bed for up to 8 years.
Shading from plant neighbors desired
While sensitive cultivated strawberries should not be grown in mixed cultures with tall-growing fruit and vegetable plants, this is certainly welcome with wild strawberries. The varieties presented would preferably be located in a semi-shady location where they do not come under the blazing midday sun.
There is nothing wrong with planting wild strawberries next to runner beans or sunflowers. In wine-growing regions, resourceful winemakers are increasingly creating strawberry meadows under the vines. This not only looks decorative, but also provides the hard-working workers with fresh fruit enjoyment to strengthen them during the harvest.
Tips & Tricks
The wild strawberry can not only be rustic, but also has what it takes to be noble. The Mignonette cultivar impresses even gourmets. Serve your guests the strawberry fresh from the garden in a glass of champagne and receive lots of compliments.
