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75cm Cloned Plugs
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Arbutus unedo is an evergreen shrub or small tree in the family Ericaceae, native to the Mediterranean Basin and Western Europe. The tree is well known for its fruits, the arbutus berry, which bear some resemblance to the strawberry, hence the common name strawberry tree. However, it is not closely related to true strawberries of the genus Fragaria.

Creamy-white urn-shaped flowers, lightly scented and about 4-6mm in diameter, are produced in late autumn, followed a year later by berries about ½”/1.5cm across; these have a rough surface and are red when ripe, edible and sweet, but unexciting. Glossy, dark green leaves with serrated edges. Bark an attractive cinnamon brown, peeling in older specimens. Useful nectar source for bees, and good for permaculture plantings.

Site: Tolerates exposure, including coastal exposure
Soil: Well-drained acid to neutral soils, including poor soils
Position: Full sun or partial shade
Irrigation: Minimum
Season of Interest: Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter
Hardiness: Hardy to -10°C
Height: 16-33ft (5-10m) Spread: 16-30ft (5-10m)