Fragaria ananassa 'Gasana'

Fragaria × ananassa 'Gasana': Ornamental Beauty Meets Edible Yield

'Gasana' is a remontant (everbearing) strawberry that offers both ornamental value and delicious fruit throughout the season. Its semi-double pink blooms appear from late spring into fall, attracting pollinators and adding charm to borders, containers, or hanging baskets. The sweet, medium-sized red berries are perfect for snacking or desserts. Compact and tidy, 'Gasana' blends beauty and productivity, making it an ideal choice for edible landscapes and decorative containers.

Plant Characteristics:

• Height: 20–30 cm (8–12 in)
• Spread: 30–45 cm (12–18 in); spreading by runners
• Fruit: Bright red, medium-sized, sweet flavour
• Flower Colour: Semi-double pink
• Flowering/Harvest Period: Late spring through fall
• Foliage: Bright green; forms a neat, compact mound
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Moist, well-drained, fertile soil

Uses and Benefits: A dual-purpose gem, 'Gasana' is excellent in ornamental containers, hanging baskets, or raised beds where beauty and harvest go hand in hand. Its repeat blooms and extended harvest window make it a favourite for continuous garden enjoyment and fresh fruit production.

Care Instructions: Grow in full sun and rich, well-drained soil. Water consistently during flowering and fruiting. Fertilize lightly through the season to support repeat blooming. Remove runners if compactness is desired, or allow them to root for natural spread.

History: Bred in Europe for ornamental edibility, 'Gasana' stands out among everbearing strawberries for its floral display and reliable fruiting over an extended season.

Final Thoughts: With showy blooms and sweet berries all summer long, 'Gasana' is the perfect marriage of form and function in an edible garden.