Fragaria x ananassa Ruby Ann Strawberry Fragaria x ananassa Ruby Ann Strawberry is a sensational, All-America Selections Winner valued for its striking deep red blossoms and sweet, abundant fruit. Growing to about 8 to 12 inches tall with a trailing spread of 12 to 24 inches, this everbearing variety is perfect for hanging baskets, patio containers, and ornamental borders where both visual appeal and productivity are desired. Unlike traditional strawberries with white flowers, Ruby Ann produces a cascade of ruby-red blooms that rival any decorative annual, providing a continuous display of color alongside a steady harvest of delicious berries from early summer until frost. Culinary and Practical Uses The medium-sized, conical fruits are intensely sweet and aromatic, perfect for fresh snacking right off the vine, fruit salads, or topping desserts. The unique ruby-red blossoms are a stunning, edible garnish for cakes, cocktails, and summer salads. Its trailing habit makes it a top choice for hanging baskets and window boxes, serving as a decorative "spiller" plant that beautifies the porch while providing food. Characteristics Foliage: Lush, glossy dark green leaves that provide a beautiful backdrop for the vivid flowers and red fruit; keeps a compact, tidy appearance suitable for tight spaces. Growth Habit: Mounding and trailing habit with fewer aggressive runners than standard varieties, making it ideal for contained spaces and vertical gardening. Flowers: Produces a profusion of eye-catching, deep red blossoms continuously throughout the season, which are highly attractive to bees and butterflies. Seeds: F1 Hybrid seeds that offer vigorous germination and uniformity; seeds are very small and require light to germinate. Growing Requirements Sun: Thrives in full sun; requires at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight daily for maximum flowering and fruit sweetness. Soil: Adapts to most potting mixes but prefers fertile, well-draining, slightly acidic soil enriched with organic matter. Water: Requires consistent watering, especially in containers; keep soil moist but not waterlogged to support juicy fruit production. Spacing: Plant seeds or transplants 12 to 15 inches apart; allow trailing stems to cascade over the edges of pots or baskets. Maintenance: Feed regularly with a balanced fertilizer to support the heavy flowering; remove dead leaves and ripe fruit promptly to encourage new blooms. Shipping Info Ruby Ann Strawberry seeds ship as fresh, high-quality, viable seeds that are carefully packaged for stability and protection from damage during transit. Prompt shipping supports reliable germination and seasonally appropriate planting.
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