Geum fragarioides

Appalachian barren strawberry (Waldsteinia fragroides)

We're not sure there are conditions where this hardy little groundcover won't grow-- if you know, come tell us! Whether sun or shade, moist or dry, dark evergreen, glossy leaves look great all year long and contrast beautifully with vibrant yellow flowers in early spring.

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Height: 3-6 in
Spread: 8-12 in
Hardiness Zone: 3-8


Bloom Color: Yellow

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
• Species
Exposure
• Sun
• Part Shade
Soil Moisture
• Average
• Dry
Ecoregion
• (59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
• (84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
• (82) Acadian Plains and Hills
• (58) Northeastern Highlands
• (83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
Ornamental Interest
• Fall Foliage
• Winter Interest and/or Evergreen
• Spring Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Bees
• Host Plant
• Other Pollinators/Wildlife
Tolerance
• Deer/Rabbit Resistant
• Urban Environment
• Drought Tolerant
Additional Attributes
• Low Maintenance
Landscape Use
• Rain Garden
• Groundcover
• Naturalize
• Massing
• Rock garden
Attractive Fall Foliage and/or Ornamental Fruit
• Red to Purple Fall Foliage
Growth Habit
• Spreading/Suckering


North American Distribution


Appalachian barren strawberry - Geum fragarioides from Native Plant Trust
Appalachian barren strawberry - Geum fragarioides from Native Plant Trust
Appalachian barren strawberry - Geum fragarioides from Native Plant Trust