Alexandria (Alpine) Strawberry Seeds - Fragaria vesca

Alexandria Alpine Strawberry (Fragaria vesca) is a gourmet heirloom variety known for its continuous harvest of small, intensely sweet, and fragrant red berries. Unlike common strawberries, Alpine types are runnerless and form compact, mounding plants — perfect for pots, edging, and small garden spaces.

This Non-GMO, ever-bearing variety is prized for its rich flavor and ornamental appeal, with delicate white flowers followed by ruby-red fruits. Easy to grow and highly productive, Alexandria strawberries perform beautifully in gardens, window boxes, and hanging planters.

Features

• Produces sweet, aromatic, ever-bearing red strawberries
• Compact, runnerless plants perfect for containers and borders
• Non-GMO heirloom variety
• High yields of flavorful berries throughout the season
• Cold-hardy and adaptable to many soil types
• Attractive white flowers and lush green foliage

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Fragaria vesca ‘Alexandria’
• Common Name: Alpine Strawberry / Wild Strawberry
• Plant Type: Perennial fruiting herb
• Growth Height: 6–10 inches
• Spread: 8–12 inches
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5–9
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Type: Rich, well-drained loam with organic matter; pH 6.0–7.0
• Bloom Season: Spring through fall
• Fruit Season: Early summer to frost (ever-bearing)
• Flower Color: White
• Fruit Color: Bright red
• Foliage: Deep green, serrated leaves
• GMO Status: Non-GMO
• Planting Season: Spring or early summer
• Sowing Depth: ⅛ inch (lightly cover)
• Germination Time: 14–30 days (cold stratification for 2–4 weeks improves results)
• Watering Needs: Regular; keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
• Maintenance: Minimal; remove spent blooms for continuous fruiting
• Wildlife Benefits: Attracts bees, butterflies, and birds
• Uses: Edible landscapes, container gardens, garden edging, home orchards

Planting Guide

• Cold Stratify: Chill seeds for 2–4 weeks before planting to improve germination.
• Prepare Soil: Enrich with compost; ensure light, well-drained texture.
• Sow Seeds: Lightly press seeds into surface and mist gently; do not bury deeply.
• Light: Provide bright indirect light for germination; move to full sun after sprouting.
• Watering: Keep soil evenly moist during early growth.
• Spacing: 8–10 inches apart for compact coverage.
• Care: Remove older leaves and spent flowers to promote new fruiting.