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Arbutus unedo

Strawberry Tree

Plant photo of: Arbutus unedo
Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer:

 

Description

This plant is either a small tree or large evergreen shrub. It has a red-brownish trunk and branches that are twisted with age. The dark green leaves have red stems. It has clusters of small, white or greenish-white urn shaped flowers and small, red and yellow fruit that has a strawberry like texture from which the common name is derived. It has slow to moderate growth to 15' with the same spread. It can become damaged in severe winters.

 

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Height Range

6-12', 12-25'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Winter, Fall

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green

Bark Color

Red

Fruit Color

Red

Fruit Season

Winter, Fall

Water Saving Tip:

Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.