Arbutus unedo
Strawberry Tree
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Strawberry Tree (Arbutus unedo) - Description
A. unedo is native to southern Europe and Ireland. It can grow in a wide range of climates and soils, from desert to seashore. It has slow to moderate growth from 8 to 35 feet tall, with equal spread.
Strawberry Tree (Arbutus unedo) - Blooming
All species have clusters of urn shaped flowers.
Strawberry Tree (Arbutus unedo) - Growth
Most species of Madrone do well with full sun.
Strawberry Tree (Arbutus unedo) - Planting
Plant seeds when they ripen. Provide some protection from the cold. Root stem cuttings in late summer.
Strawberry Tree (Arbutus unedo) - Interesting facts
In North America members of the genus Arbutus are called Madrone, which is derived from a Spanish word meaning tassel. In Europe these same plants are called Strawberry Trees because they produce a fruit that roughly resembles strawberries. There are around 14 species in the genus. Madrones are Canada's only broad-leaf evergreen tree.
Strawberry Tree (Arbutus unedo) - Soil and irrigation
Needs little to regular water (dependent on species). Species that do need regular water especially need well-drained soil. Prefers non-alkaline soil and irrigation water.
