Killarney Strawberry Tree

Arbutus unedo

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The Strawberry Tree is a small evergreen tree or bushy shrub, with deep brown bark which peels off in shreds. Its red fruits and white flowers are produced simultaneously in the autumn. Lime tolerant and hardy, this little tree can withstand gales and the most inhospitable coastal conditions.

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Description

Arbutus unedo

Common name: Killarney Strawberry Tree.

Native: South-west Ireland / Mediterranean.

Provenance: France

Size and spread (10 years): 8m x 3m

Treatment required: Requires pre chill.

Seeds / kg:  418384        80% viable

Ideal sowing period: Spring

Soil conditions: Prefers lighter soils but grows well on chalky soils which is unusual for an ericaceous plant.

Planting instructions: Can be planted in any aspect, but appreciates shelter

Mature height: 10m

Additional information

Weight 5.00 g
Genus

Arbutus

Size

Mini Seed Pack (25 seeds approx.), Seed pack (approx 400 seed)

Family

Ericaceae

Flowering Month

October

Colour

white

Hardiness

Hardy

Life Cycle

tree

Evergreen

evergreen

Interest

bark, flowers, fruit