Ruegen Alpine Strawberry (Fragaria vesca) Perennial

A very old and beloved European heirloom that produces intensely flavored scarlet berries on compact, runnerless plants. Delectable, cone-shaped alpine berries are bursting with wild flavor and our favorite for jam. Everbearing variety.

• 75 seeds minimum
• Germination: 14-48 days
• For best germination, cold‑stratify seeds for 4 weeks. Place seeds on a damp paper towel, seal in a labeled plastic bag, and refrigerate. Keep the paper towel lightly moist but not wet. After stratification, sow as directed below.
• Start indoors 7-8 weeks prior to last frost. Plant 1/8" deep in seed starting mix. Seeds need light and moist soil to germinate. Harden off before transplanting in full sun/partial shade. Feed with compost.
• Space 12” apart.