Arbutus unedo f. rubra

Commonly known as Killarney strawberry tree

Supplied in a choice of pot sizes.

This is a beautiful hardy evergreen shrub or small tree, native to south and western Europe including western Ireland. This is a real winner with charming clusters of white, pink tinged flowers in late autumn, which are followed by reddish, strawberry like fruits. In addition this small tree has fabulous cinnamon coloured bark that peels to reveal fresh lime green wood.

When established this is a very drought tolerant plant, preferring a well drained soil in full sun and can even be grown in very large pots or planters.

Ultimate size is around 4.5 m by 4.5 m.

Full Sun

Well drained soil

RHS hardiness rating H5

Plants are supplied in a choice of pot sizes, with their compost and are similar to the plants seen in the pictures. Picture one and two shows the flowers and fruits on a planted specimen and is not the plant for sale.

SUK: ARUR64101

UK PLANT PASSPORT:

A: Arbutus unedo

B: 121396

C: As per label

D: GB

Blue Nurseries Ltd is authorised to issue UK plant passports by DEFRA.