wild strawberry

Watering your wild strawberries (Fragaria 'Mara des Bois') is an important part of keeping them healthy and happy. The general rule of thumb is to water your plants deeply enough so that the soil is moist, but not soggy. During the growing and fruiting season (late spring through fall), water your wild strawberry plants once a week. You can also check to make sure the soil is still moist by poking your finger into the soil to the first knuckle; if the soil is dry, then it's probably time to water. In the winter months when your wild strawberry plants are dormant, water them about once a month.

Wild strawberry (Fragaria 'Mara des Bois') needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day in order to thrive. It should have most of its sunlight in the morning hours, and it prefers full sun during the height of summer. During the spring and fall months, a few hours of less intense sunlight throughout the day is also beneficial. Avoid placing this plant in a shaded area, as it needs bright light in order to produce its fruit.

Wild strawberry (Fragaria 'Mara des Bois') is best pruned in early spring before the leaves emerge. It is a fast-growing, low-maintenance, evergreen shrub, and therefore can benefit greatly from regular pruning. To prune this species, begin by removing any dead, broken, or damaged branches, making the cuts at a slight angle just above a bud. After this, prune the larger branches, trimming back only 1/3 of the parts that are being cut. This will encourage new growth and should help to create a fuller, bushier shrub. Make sure to clean and sterilize all pruning tools before and after use to avoid spreading any disease. After basic pruning is complete, it is important to continue to prune the wild strawberry throughout the growing season to remove any dead or diseased material as soon as possible. In addition, any stray runners that appear should be removed, to keep the plant looking tidy and encourage more fruiting.