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Strawberry - Fragaria ananassa 'Gigantella Maxim'


Common Name: Giant Strawberry

Bloomtime: Spring

Bloomcolor: White

Exposure: Full sun, tolerates light shade but produces less fruit.

Height: 10.0-15.0 cm (4-6")

Spread: 15.0-30.0 cm (6-12")

Water: Humus rich, fertile, moist, well drained soil.

Hardiness: Zones 4-8

Zone: 4

Deer Resistant: Likely to be damaged by deer

Attracts Butterflies: Attracts butterflies, bees and other pollinators

Drought Tolerant: Not drought tolerant

Characteristics: Low, clump forming, june-bearing perennial fruit., White flowers in spring are followed by large, juicy, red fruit. Ripe fruit may be as large as a small peach., A fun addition to the edible garden. It can be grown in beds and borders as well as planters and pots on patios and balconies.,