Indian Mock Strawberry is a monotypic genus native of woods in eastern and southern Asia. It has trifoliate, dark green leaves, yellow flowers and ornamental strawberry like, edible bright red fruits. It is a good ground coverer for any humus rich, slightly moist soil in a partially shaded to sunny spot. Sow flat in any humus rich, well drained, always slightly moist soil. Do not cover seeds with soil Keep pots in a partially shaded, protected spot outside. Transplant as soon as seedlings are strong enough. All are USDA Climate Zone 6. 40 seeds per package.. |
Duchesnea indica (Indian Mock Strawberry)10cm, Indian Mock Strawberry is a winter hardy perennial evergreen ground covering plant native of woods in southeast Asia and the Indies. In appearance it is similar to the woodland strawberry (Fragaria vesca) with shiny trifoliate leaves and upright hold, bright red, edible fruits. However these are more decorative than tasty, as the sweet flesh doesn't have any significant flavor. Easily cultivated in any humus rich soil in a partially shaded to sunny spot. IV-VI. |
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