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Arbutus unedo
Common name: Strawberry tree
Arbutus unedo is an evergreen shrub or small tree known for its distinctive strawberry‑like fruits, white to pink urn‑shaped flowers, and attractive peeling bark. The combination of foliage, flowers, and fruit makes it a striking focal point in any planting scheme.
After five years, it typically reaches: Approximately 1.5–2 m tall with a spread of 1.2–1.8 m after 5 years.
Recommended Compost: Use a free‑draining compost with some added grit.
Key Features:
- Flowers: Bell‑shaped blooms often carried at the same time as the fruit
- Fruit: Colourful, textured berries that resemble strawberries
- Foliage: Glossy evergreen leaves
- Growth Habit: Upright, branching structure
- Care Requirements: Prefers free‑draining soil and a sunny or lightly shaded spot
Arbutus unedo is ideal for adding year‑round interest and Mediterranean character to the garden.
Growing & care
- Plant type
- shrub
- Position & light
- Shade
- Soil & drainage
- Free draining
- Mature size
- 2.0m high· 1.8m wide
- Flowering
- White· Pink· Multicolour
- Foliage
- evergreen
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