Description
- An early mid-season variety with vigorous growth.
- It fruits intensively from June until the first ground frost.
- The berries are elongate, vividly red, very aromatic, their taste resembles the taste of forest wild strawberries.
- Ruguia has a moderate resistance to most common diseases of wild strawberries, it is not susceptible to frost damage.
- It grows well in sunny sites, it also tolerates half shadow places.
- Its soil requirements are modest, it grows well in any soil, yet fertile and free-draining soil will certainly ensure higher yields. During dry periods, it is important to remember to water the plants. They will repay this kindness with fruit for sure.
- Well rooted cuttings can be planted in a garden throughout the whole growing season.
- It can be grown in one site for a period of one to two years.
- The Rugia berries look especially attractive in rockeries and all kinds of pots and baskets.