Waldsteinia ternata (Barren Strawberry)

Waldsteinia ternata (Barren Strawberry)

Create a lush, low-maintenance carpet of green with Waldsteinia ternata, a charming ground cover prized for its glossy, ruffled foliage and cheerful yellow blooms in late spring to early summer. Its strawberry-like leaves and flowers add a woodland charm, though the small fruits are ornamental rather than edible.

This hardy perennial thrives in sun-dappled shade and adapts easily to a wide range of soils. Once established, it tolerates dry conditions and resists browsing by deer, making it an ideal choice for slopes, woodland edges, and underplanting shrubs or trees.

Light: Full sun to part shade
Height: 6–8"
Spread: 18–24"
Zones: 4–9
Features: Ground cover · Drought tolerant · Deer resistant · Easy to grow · Low maintenance