Arbutus unedo 'Compacta' |
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Dwarf Strawberry Tree |
Description
This is a compact evergreen shrub that grows to 5' high. It has white flowers and red fruit throughout the year. It is also a very clean, colorful , " deer resistant " shrub.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Winter, Fall
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Red
Fruit Season
Spring, Summer
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Moderate, Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean
Accenting Features
n/a
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Shrub Border, Parking Lot, Roadside
Special Uses
Screen
Attracts Wildlife
Birds, Wildlife
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.