Arbutus Unedo is also called 'strawberry tree' because of the fruits on the tree, which look like strawberries. These fruits are edible but unfortunately, they do not ripen in every climate, which is why they generally do not taste good. This tree grows into a medium-sized tree with a short, reddish-brown trunk and a compact crown. The strawberry tree is a particularly colourful tree for every garden. In the autumn and early winter, panicles of white and pale pink flowers appear. These can be accompanied by yellow and red berries which look a bit like strawberries. This ornamental tree is common in southern Europe. The strawberry tree is the national tree of Italy because of its shiny green leaves, its white flowers, and its red fruit. These colours are reminiscent of the Italian flag.

Care
The Arbutus needs plenty of water. Do not let the soil dry out too much, but make sure the water can drain away. The strawberry tree prefers a spot in the sun or semi shade. The little tree can tolerate wind relatively well. Beware of low temperatures though, this plant is not completely hardy and needs protection during cold spells. Arbutus can grow between 3 and 5 meters high in our climate. The little tree does not need to be pruned. Also, this plant is evergreen. The fruits need a ripening time of about twelve months, this makes a colorful tree at any time of the year!

Size
The plants have a height of 25-40cm upon delivery, measured including the nursery pot. The plants are supplied in a nursery pot with a diameter of 9cm.