Waldsteinia fragarioides
Waldsteinia fragarioides is a dense ground hugging perennial with glossy strawberry like leaves that remain semi evergreen in mild winters. Its cheerful yellow flowers appear in spring, resembling woodland buttercups, and are followed by foliage that takes on red and bronze hues in fall. It forms an attractive weed suppressing carpet that blends well with ferns and woodland wildflowers while also tolerating light foot traffic and shallow rooted competition. Height & Spread: 4 - 6 in x 12 - 18 in Bloom Time: April to May Light Requirements: Part shade to full shade Soil Preference: Well drained to moderately moist soils with organic content Watering Needs: Low to moderate Deer Resistance: Deer and rabbit resistant Native Status This species is native to eastern North America, where it naturally occurs in open woods and shaded slopes. It is a valuable native ground cover alternative to non native vinca and pachysandra. WILDLIFE & INSECTS Butterflies Provides early nectar for b