Barren Strawberry
Duchesnea fragarioides
$12.99
Unit price perBack for the 2026 season.
Lush foliage and cheery spring flowers make this Eastern US native a good alternative to standard groundcovers under the dappled shade of trees and shrubs. Spreading stems with strawberry-like leaves slowly form a solid, weed-choking mat. Small, bright yellow daisy-like flowers bloom in May and June. The fruit is insignificant. A perfect fit in the woodland garden or used as a grass substitute in transitional areas. Easy and trouble-free!
Mature Height: <12"
Mature Spread: <12"
Sunlight Exposure: Sun, Partial
Water Needs: Moderate
Plant Profile
Barren Strawberry
Sunlight Exposure
Sun, Partial
Water Needs
Moderate
Landscape Use
Ground Cover
Growth Rate
Moderate
Growth Shape
Spreading
Flowering Season
Spring
Foliage Color
Green
Pest + Disease Resistance
No Resistance
Pollinator + Wildlife Support
Native (Great Lakes Region), Pollinator – Butterflies
Season of Interest
Spring
Fall Color
Green
Garden Performance & Beauty
None
Environmental Tolerances
Cold Tolerant, Erosion Control
Winter Foliage
Deciduous
