Waldsteinia ternata
Goldenberry
Common names: Waldsteinia
Photo: Agnieszka Kwiecień (Nova) · CC BY 2.5 · Source
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Description
The Goldenberry, botanically *Waldsteinia ternata*, is an evergreen groundcover in the rose family. From April to May it displays numerous small, gold‑yellow flowers on glossy, three‑leafed foliage. Native to open woods, it thrives in dry shade under trees and shrubs as well as in semi‑shade along woodland edges. Despite its name, it does not produce edible fruit like the wild strawberry; it is used solely as a hardy ornamental groundcover.
Care instructions
Plant in spring or autumn with a spacing of 25–30 cm; the area will close within about two years. It tolerates dry, shaded soil and requires only supplemental watering during extended dry periods. Pruning is usually unnecessary; cut back faded shoots in spring with a grass shears to encourage new growth. Because it spreads by runners, divide larger clumps every few years and use the offsets for new plantings. Winter protection is not needed in the DACH region; the foliage remains green throughout winter.
Soil & site
Soil pH
Soil type
humus-rich, well-drained, moist, lime-avoiding
Feeding
Light feeder
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