Arbutus unedo
Irish Strawberry Tree
Description:
Small evergreen tree, shrubby open rounded crown, stem is erect with reddish bark, dark green glossy foliage, small white cup flowers in Autumn, round strawberry like berries.
Typical size 5m x 3m
Comments:
Fruit takes 1yr to mature which are popular for jams and wines in Spain and Italy.
This plant does well in a pot , having the roots constricted forces early blooms/fruits giving a excellent show.
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