
LIFE CYCLE
Perennial
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Low-growing
GROWTH HABIT
Spreading and trailing
BLOOM SEASON
Spring to early summer
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Sweet
SUITABLE FOR
out door
SEED TYPE
Open pollinated
PLANT TYPE
Berry fruit plant
PLANTING SEASON
Late winter to early spring
FRUIT SIZE
Medium
PLANT HEIGHT
6 to 12 inches
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Full Sun
WATER NEEDS
Moderate
HARDINESS ZONES
USDA Zones 4–8
CONTAINER GARDEN
Yes
PLANT SPACING
12 to 18 inches
Planting Depth
Surface sowing
GROWING CONDITIONS
Cool to moderate
Frequently Asked Questions
What does everbearing mean for strawberries?
What does everbearing mean for strawberries?
Everbearing varieties can produce fruit over multiple periods during the growing season under suitable conditions.
Can Ft. Laramie grow in hanging baskets?
Can Ft. Laramie grow in hanging baskets?
Yes. Its compact habit makes it suitable for baskets and patio containers.
Do strawberry flowers attract pollinators?
Do strawberry flowers attract pollinators?
Yes. Bees commonly visit the white blossoms during flowering.
Should runners be managed regularly?
Should runners be managed regularly?
Trimming excess runners can help direct energy toward the main plant.
Can strawberries be used as edible ground cover?
Can strawberries be used as edible ground cover?
Yes. They can create an attractive, productive planting in sunny locations.
Does mulching help strawberry plants?
Does mulching help strawberry plants?
Mulch helps conserve moisture and keeps developing fruit cleaner.