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Toscana Strawberry
Fragaria x ananassa 'Toscana'
Pronunciation: fra-GAY-ri-a a-NAN-ass-uh
SKU #08609
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Keep soil moist, but not soggy.
SIZE:
Quickly reaches 6 to 12 in. tall, 12 to 18 in. wide.
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| Description | An edible jewel for garden, patio or balcony! Toscana features brilliant pink flowers that continue to produce juicy, deep red strawberries from summer until first frost. Spreads gently by runners in borders or herb beds, or spills beautifully from a container. Often semi-evergreen in frost-free climates. |
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| Bloom Time | Late spring to first frost. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Semi-Evergreen |
| Special Features | Showy Fruit, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Edible |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Repeat Flowering, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Ground Cover |
| Design Ideas | Fitting perfectly into the "grow it yourself" lifestyle, Toscana provides summer-long beauty and sweet, tasty fruit. Urban gardeners will find this an easy-to-grow perennial fo terrace or balcony along with potted herbs and vegetables, or as a companion to other flowering annuals and perennials. Consider massing in tubs at the foreground of taller container shrubs for a formal border appearance. A natural for the vegetable garden but highly versatile in the landscape, making a beautiful border in shrub beds or combined with perennials. |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Companion Plants | Blueberry (Vaccinium); Raspberry (Rubus); Rosemary (Rosmarinus); Lavender (Lavandula); Coneflower (Echinacea) |
| Care Instructions | Provide fertile, evenly moist, well-drained soil. Plant the crown at soil level. Space 12" apart. After harvesting, remove old leaves with hand shears, leaving crown and new leaves untouched, to allow sunlight into the center of the plant. |
Details
| Description | An edible jewel for garden, patio or balcony! Toscana features brilliant pink flowers that continue to produce juicy, deep red strawberries from summer until first frost. Spreads gently by runners in borders or herb beds, or spills beautifully from a container. Often semi-evergreen in frost-free climates. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Late spring to first frost. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Semi-Evergreen |
| Special Features | Showy Fruit, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Edible |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Repeat Flowering, Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Ground Cover |
|---|---|
| Design Ideas | Fitting perfectly into the "grow it yourself" lifestyle, Toscana provides summer-long beauty and sweet, tasty fruit. Urban gardeners will find this an easy-to-grow perennial fo terrace or balcony along with potted herbs and vegetables, or as a companion to other flowering annuals and perennials. Consider massing in tubs at the foreground of taller container shrubs for a formal border appearance. A natural for the vegetable garden but highly versatile in the landscape, making a beautiful border in shrub beds or combined with perennials. |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Companion Plants | Blueberry (Vaccinium); Raspberry (Rubus); Rosemary (Rosmarinus); Lavender (Lavandula); Coneflower (Echinacea) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Provide fertile, evenly moist, well-drained soil. Plant the crown at soil level. Space 12" apart. After harvesting, remove old leaves with hand shears, leaving crown and new leaves untouched, to allow sunlight into the center of the plant. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Toscana Strawberry produce flowers?
Late spring to first frost.
Is Toscana Strawberry evergreen or deciduous?
Toscana Strawberry is Semi-Evergreen.
What are the special features of Toscana Strawberry?
Toscana Strawberry is Showy Fruit, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Edible.
Is Toscana Strawberry resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure
How fast does Toscana Strawberry grow?
Toscana Strawberry has a Fast growth rate.
Where can I use Toscana Strawberry in my landscape?
Toscana Strawberry is suitable for: Border, Container, Ground Cover.
How can I use Toscana Strawberry in my garden design?
Fitting perfectly into the "grow it yourself" lifestyle, Toscana provides summer-long beauty and sweet, tasty fruit. Urban gardeners will find this an easy-to-grow perennial fo terrace or balcony along with potted herbs and vegetables, or as a companion to other flowering annuals and perennials. Consider massing in tubs at the foreground of taller container shrubs for a formal border appearance. A natural for the vegetable garden but highly versatile in the landscape, making a beautiful border in shrub beds or combined with perennials.
What color are Toscana Strawberry flowers?
Toscana Strawberry produces Pink flowers.
What color is the foliage of Toscana Strawberry?
Toscana Strawberry has Dark Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Toscana Strawberry?
Good companion plants for Toscana Strawberry include: Blueberry (Vaccinium); Raspberry (Rubus); Rosemary (Rosmarinus); Lavender (Lavandula); Coneflower (Echinacea).
How do I care for Toscana Strawberry?
Provide fertile, evenly moist, well-drained soil. Plant the crown at soil level. Space 12" apart. After harvesting, remove old leaves with hand shears, leaving crown and new leaves untouched, to allow sunlight into the center of the plant.
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