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Fragaria × ananassa 'Beltran' (F)
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strawberry 'Beltran'

A seed-raised everbearer, producing small flushes of fruit from late spring to early autumn. The medium-sized , conical berries have some flavour

Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metres
Time to ultimate height
1–2 years
Ultimate spread
0.1–0.5 metres
Growing conditions
Clay
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring White Green Red
Summer White Green Red
Autumn Green Red
Winter
Position
  • Full sun
Aspect

South–facing or West–facing

Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H6
Botanical details
Family
Rosaceae
Native to the UK
No
Foliage
Semi evergreen
Habit
Trailing
Genus

Fragaria are stoloniferous perennials with leaves composed of three leaflets, and rounded white or pink flowers followed by edible red fruits

Name status

Accepted

How to grow

Cultivation

Grow in a warm, sheltered spot in fertile, moist but well-drained soil, or in containers with 2 parts good-quality compost mixed with 1 part perlite. Plants are best replaced every one or two years. See strawberry cultivation

Propagation

Propagate by seed sown in autumn or spring, or by rooting and removing runners

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Patio and container plants
Pruning

Remove runners

Pests

May be susceptible to aphids, slugs, glasshouse red spider mite and vine weevil

Diseases

May be affected by strawberry viruses and root rot. Fruit prone to grey moulds

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