Fragaria vesca
woodland strawberry
 
Woodland strawberry is a low, spreading groundcover that produces white spring flowers followed by small, flavorful red berries. It grows best in part shade and well-drained soils, forming dense mats over time.
 
The flowers attract early-season pollinators, while the fruits are eaten by birds and small mammals. Its spreading habit helps suppress weeds, making it both ecologically valuable and highly practical in naturalistic plantings.
 
photo credit to 
Ryan Hodnett