{"product_id":"white-alpine-strawberry","title":"White Alpine Strawberry","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1015\" data-start=\"445\"\u003eWhite Alpine Strawberry is a charming and productive perennial that offers beauty as well as taste. With its dainty white blooms held aloft on upright stems, this compact plant is as ornamental as it is edible. The unique white fruit is small but intensely sweet, with a delicious tropical twist of strawberry-pineapple flavour. Perfect for borders, planters, or tucked into flower beds, this is a favourite for edible landscapes. Once established, it self-seeds generously, spreading gently through the garden without being invasive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1246\" data-start=\"1017\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1064\" data-start=\"1017\"\u003eWhere Can You Grow White Alpine Strawberry?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1067\" data-start=\"1064\"\u003eBest suited for Zones 3–9, this alpine variety prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It thrives in containers, rock gardens, borders, and woodland edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1589\" data-start=\"1248\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1279\" data-start=\"1248\"\u003eHistory and Historical Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1282\" data-start=\"1279\"\u003eAlpine strawberries (\u003cem data-end=\"1319\" data-start=\"1303\"\u003eFragaria vesca\u003c\/em\u003e) have been cultivated for centuries across Europe for their delicate flavour and charming appearance. White varieties were historically prized for their unique taste and novelty. In addition to fresh eating, they were also enjoyed in preserves, garnishes, and desserts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1878\" data-start=\"1591\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1620\" data-start=\"1591\"\u003eCanadian Zone Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1623\" data-start=\"1620\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1637\" data-start=\"1623\"\u003eZones 8–9:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds directly in spring or fall; mulch to retain moisture.\u003cbr data-end=\"1704\" data-start=\"1701\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1718\" data-start=\"1704\"\u003eZones 5–7:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start seeds indoors in early spring and transplant out after frost.\u003cbr data-end=\"1789\" data-start=\"1786\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1803\" data-start=\"1789\"\u003eZones 3–4:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start indoors; harden off before transplanting to a sunny, sheltered spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1878\" data-start=\"1591\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/7841\/5473\/files\/Plant_Hardiness.png?v=1734491528\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2266\" data-start=\"1880\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1931\" data-start=\"1880\"\u003eHow to Grow and Harvest White Alpine Strawberry\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1934\" data-start=\"1931\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1947\" data-start=\"1934\"\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds on the surface of moist soil; press in but do not cover.\u003cbr data-end=\"2017\" data-start=\"2014\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2030\" data-start=\"2017\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep evenly moist until germination; water during dry spells.\u003cbr data-end=\"2095\" data-start=\"2092\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2110\" data-start=\"2095\"\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick ripe fruit when fully white and slightly soft to the touch.\u003cbr data-end=\"2178\" data-start=\"2175\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2194\" data-start=\"2178\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove spent blooms to encourage more flowers; divide clumps as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2643\" data-start=\"2268\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2306\" data-start=\"2268\"\u003eSeed Saving Tips for Future Supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2309\" data-start=\"2306\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2332\" data-start=\"2309\"\u003eHarvest Ripe Fruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow some berries to over-ripen on the plant.\u003cbr data-end=\"2382\" data-start=\"2379\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2400\" data-start=\"2382\"\u003eExtract Seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mash fruit in water and skim off floating pulp; dry the seeds.\u003cbr data-end=\"2466\" data-start=\"2463\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2484\" data-start=\"2466\"\u003eDry and Store:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spread seeds on paper towel to dry thoroughly; store in a cool, dry place.\u003cbr data-end=\"2562\" data-start=\"2559\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2576\" data-start=\"2562\"\u003eViability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seeds remain viable for 2–3 years under proper storage conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2726\" data-start=\"2645\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2669\" data-start=\"2645\"\u003eCertified Organic By\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2672\" data-start=\"2669\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"2724\" data-start=\"2672\"\u003eIslands Organics Producers Association (Cert#1962)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Metchosin Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48811182948594,"sku":"MF-BERRY-004","price":4.76,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/4106\/0082\/files\/White_Alpine_Strawberry.webp?v=1772481893","url":"https:\/\/homeandwell.ca\/products\/white-alpine-strawberry","provider":"Home \u0026 Well ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}