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Strawberry · Alpine
Alexandria Alpine Strawberry
Runnerless perennial · Rosaceae
Alexandria is a classic alpine strawberry grown from seed for small, intensely aromatic berries rather than large supermarket-style fruit. Its compact plants make few or no runners, so it stays tidy in borders, window boxes, and containers—ideal for gardeners who want contained plants and gourmet flavor.
At a Glance
Days to Maturity
100–120 days
Sun
6+ hours
full sun 8+ hours
Spacing
8–12 "
Seed Start
10–12 weeks
before transplant
Container
Yes
1+ gallon pot
Height
0.5–0.75 ft
Zone Planting Guide
Growing Guide
Germination
Germination Time14–30 days
Optimal Temp70°F
Transplanting
Min Soil Temp45°F
Harden Off7 days
Watering
Weekly Water1–1.5 "
NeedsConsistent
MethodDrip
Soil
pH Range5.5–6.8
Soil TypeRich, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil with high organic matter.
Resilience
Heat: ModerateCold: HighDrought: Moderate
Common Problems
gray-mold
Cause: Humid weather and overripe fruit encourage mold on blossoms and berries.
Prevention: Pick often, water at the base, and keep foliage airy.
slugs
Cause: Dense mulch and cool moisture around small berries invite slug feeding.
Prevention: Use clean mulch, trap slugs early, and keep fruit off wet soil.
Nutrition
Feeding IntensityModerate feeder
Recommended RecipesAcidifying fertilizer
Harvest
Harvest once berries are fully red and detach easily with a gentle pinch.
Expected Yield0.1–0.5 lbs/plant
Storage
4 days — Refrigerate unwashed berries dry in a shallow container.
Sources
seed_catalog
Johnny's Selected Seeds
university
University of Minnesota Extension
Alexandria Alpine Strawberry Planting Dates by Zone
Planting dates for Alexandria Alpine Strawberry vary by USDA hardiness zone. Select your zone below for frost dates, start-indoors timing, and a full monthly planting calendar.
