Arbutus unedo 'Compacta'
Dwarf Strawberry Tree
Description
This is a compact evergreen shrub that grows to 5' tall and 3-4' wide. Foliage is shiny, dark green and elliptical or oblong. Small, urn-shaped flowers appear in winter or early spring in white or pinkish clusters. Round red fruit appear in fall, attracting wildlife. This shrub does best in full or part sun with well-draining, acidic or neutral soil. Established plants need no summer water. Fruit is great for jams and jellies. This plant doesn't survive in humid climates.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6'
Width Range
3-6'
Flower Color
Pink, White
Flower Season
Winter, Spring
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Red
Fruit Season
Fall
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Moderate, Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape
Accenting Features
n/a
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Shrub Border, Parking Lot, Roadside
Special Uses
Hedge, Screen
Attracts Wildlife
Birds, Wildlife
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.