Alpine strawberries, also known as wild strawberries, woodland strawberries, and fraises des bois (strawberries of the woods) are any of a number of cultivars of Fragaria vesca, a native North American and Eurasian wild strawberry. Though the berries are much smaller than those of most cultivated varieties, alpine strawberries are treasured for their extraordinary flavor and sweetness.
Unlike most cultivated strawberries, most Fragaria vesca cultivars do not spread by runners and must be transplanted or grown from seed. Alpine strawberries can also easily be divided and propagated in that manner.
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In addition to fresh berries, alpine strawberries also make excellent jams, jellies, and other foods.
Alpine strawberries grow well in pots and are often sold in pre-planted containers.
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Alpine strawberries require pollination to produce fruit, so a hive of honeybees is a mutually beneficial arrangement, provided the strawberries are grown organically.
Alpine strawberries also grow well in partial shade, so they combine well with other berries and tree crops.
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