Also known as Barren Strawberry · 77 saves

Waldsteinia

Waldsteinia, the genus most gardeners know as barren strawberry. We track 2 varieties; the ones most used by real gardeners.

2 varietiesZones 4–8Shade friendly

The 1 most-saved Waldsteinia varieties

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Waldsteinia questions

How many types of Waldsteinia are there?

The Sow catalog tracks 2 distinct Waldsteinia varieties. The most popular — ranked by 77 real gardeners — are shown first above.

What zones does Waldsteinia grow in?

Across its varieties, Waldsteinia covers USDA Zones 4–8. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.

When does Waldsteinia bloom?

Most Waldsteinia varieties bloom in early spring. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.

Which Waldsteinia should I choose?

Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.

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