Arbutus unedo |
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Strawberry Tree |
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 round bumps that has a strawberry like texture from which the common name is derived. It has slow to moderate growth to15' 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
Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.