Greek Strawberry Tree, Grecian Strawberry Tree
Arbutus andrachne (Greek Strawberry Tree) is a spreading evergreen shrub or small tree with striking cinnamon-brown bark, peeling and flaking to reveal the attractive inner bark. The leaves are lustrous dark green, 2-6 in. long (5-15 cm). In late spring, clusters of urn-shaped, white flowers can be admired at the tip of the branches. They are followed by small red fruits, 0.5 in. across (1 cm) which persist into winter. Remarkable for the beauty of its bark, this is a very attractive specimen tree. Greek Strawberry Tree dislikes being transplanted. Pick the right spot!
| Hardiness |
7 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
7 - 9 |
| Climate Zones | 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Shrubs, Trees |
| Plant Family | Ericaceae |
| Genus | Arbutus |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early, Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall Winter |
| Height |
20' - 40' (6.1m - 12.2m) |
| Spread |
20' - 40' (6.1m - 12.2m) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen, Fruit & Berries |
| Tolerance | Drought |
| Attracts | Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Garden Styles | Mediterranean Garden |
| Hardiness |
7 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
7 - 9 |
| Climate Zones | 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Shrubs, Trees |
| Plant Family | Ericaceae |
| Genus | Arbutus |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early, Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall Winter |
| Height |
20' - 40' (6.1m - 12.2m) |
| Spread |
20' - 40' (6.1m - 12.2m) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen, Fruit & Berries |
| Tolerance | Drought |
| Attracts | Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Garden Styles | Mediterranean Garden |
How many Arbutus andrachne (Greek Strawberry Tree) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Arbutus andrachne (Greek Strawberry Tree) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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