Name: Red Alpine Strawberry Seeds
Brand: Weston
SKU: WSD-62223000010
Price: 3.99 CAD
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Red Alpine Strawberry: This alpine strawberry is grown for its small red fruit.

fruit Rosaceae

Weston

Fragaria vesca

From seed to harvest

Heirloom

Common nameAlpine strawberry

FamilyRosaceae

GenusFragaria

Speciesvesca

Typefruit

Botanical nameFragaria vesca

Heirloom varietytrue

Red Alpine Strawberry Seeds (Fragaria vesca) This alpine strawberry is grown for its small red fruit. Enjoy small fresh berries from a clearly identified strawberry planting.

Start indoors; transplant well-rooted young plants after frost danger. Surface sow; light aids germination. Keep the seedbed evenly moist through emergence. Allow 20 to 30 cm between plants. Provide sun to partial shade and avoid standing water. Thin crowded seedlings early and harden indoor-started plants gradually before transplanting.

Allow time for seed-grown plants to establish before expecting regular harvests. Pick ripe red berries after the plants have established and begun fruiting.

Light and life cycle

In the garden

Exposure: Full sun
Life cycle: Perennial

Sowing and germination

Sowing guide

Sowing & germination

Sowing depth

Surface sow; light aids germination

Spacing / density

20 to 30 cm between plants

Sowing period

Start indoors; transplant well-rooted young plants after frost danger

Propagation

Seed

Growing method

Prepare a clean seedbed or containers with fertile, organic-rich, well-drained soil. Start indoors; transplant well-rooted young plants after frost danger. Surface sow; light aids germination unless the packet gives a more specific direction. Use the following spacing as the crop develops: 20 to 30 cm between plants. Keep the medium evenly moist during emergence without leaving it saturated. Provide sun to partial shade and good air movement. Thin crowded seedlings early so the remaining plants develop without unnecessary competition. Harden indoor-started plants gradually before transplanting them outdoors after the appropriate frost date. Even moisture without waterlogging the crown.

Soil and care

Soil & care

Watering

Check root-ball moisture before watering and avoid unnecessarily wetting leaves intended for harvest.

Soil type

Adjust moisture retention in the growing mix to the herb being grown.

Fertilization

Prepare the soil with mature compost when fertility is low. A light, balanced fertilizer may be used according to its label, but excessive feeding can cause weak or unbalanced growth. Observe leaf colour and plant development before adding more nutrients. Water after any application.

Seasonal care

At sowing time, prepare fertile, organic-rich, well-drained soil and follow this timing: Start indoors; transplant well-rooted young plants after frost danger. Keep the surface moist until emergence, label the row, and thin seedlings according to the recommended spacing. During active growth, provide sun to partial shade and monitor soil moisture, weeds, and leaf condition. Even moisture without waterlogging the crown. In warm or windy weather, check containers and exposed beds more frequently. Remove damaged material and keep enough space for air circulation. At harvest or after flowering, use clean tools and clear unhealthy debris. Healthy residue may be composted where appropriate. At the end of the season, clean containers and tools, record useful observations, and store remaining seed in a cool, dry, dark place.

Growing in containers

Container growing

Choose an accessible pot for frequent small harvests, with clear drainage holes and room for growth.

Growth and harvest

Size, flowering & harvest

Mature height

20 to 25 cm (8–10 in)

Width / spread

36 to 46 cm (14–18 in)

Edible parts

Fruit

Harvest

Pick ripe red berries after the plants have established and begun fruiting.

Garden companions

Garden associations

Companion plants & uses

Companion plants

Group herbs with compatible needs in the same area, while keeping mint in its own container.

Other recommended plants

Spearmint; Oat Cat Grass; Wheatgrass Sprouting

Garden use

Enjoy small fresh berries from a clearly identified strawberry planting. Allow time for seed-grown plants to establish before expecting regular harvests.

Frequently asked questions

How should Alpine strawberry be sown?

Start indoors; transplant well-rooted young plants after frost danger. Prepare fertile, organic-rich, well-drained soil. Surface sow; light aids germination. Keep the seedbed evenly moist until emergence without saturating it. Label the row and provide sun to partial shade. Thin crowded seedlings so the final spacing follows this guidance: 20 to 30 cm between plants. If plants are started indoors, provide strong light and harden them gradually before transplanting outdoors at the appropriate time.

Where should I grow Red Alpine Strawberry?

Light: Sun to partial shade. Adjust moisture retention in the growing mix to the herb being grown. Light: Sun to partial shade. Alpine strawberry prefers sun to partial shade and fertile, organic-rich, well-drained soil. Choose a location that leaves enough room for 20 to 30 cm between plants. Avoid low spots where water remains after rain. In a container, use drainage holes and a clean growing mix. Observe how light moves across the space during the day, especially near buildings or taller plants.

How should I water Red Alpine Strawberry?

Check root-ball moisture before watering and avoid unnecessarily wetting leaves intended for harvest. Even moisture without waterlogging the crown. During germination, use a gentle spray or careful watering so seed is not displaced. After establishment, water at soil level when the surface begins to dry. Adjust frequency to rainfall, heat, wind, soil texture, and container size. Avoid standing water because roots still require oxygen. Morning watering can help foliage dry normally during the day.

What maintenance does Alpine strawberry need?

Keep the planting labelled, weeded, and appropriately spaced. Check young plants regularly for wilting, chewing damage, discolouration, or crowding. Provide sun to partial shade and maintain the moisture pattern described for the crop. Use clean tools, avoid deep cultivation near established roots, and remove unhealthy debris. Apply any fertilizer or pest-control product only according to its label.

When should I harvest Red Alpine Strawberry?

Pick ripe red berries after the plants have established and begun fruiting. Allow time for seed-grown plants to establish before expecting regular harvests.