An evergreen shrub with dark green leaves and brightly coloured fruit, which ripen from yellow to orange to red. Related to Arbutus trees, Strawberry trees flower very early in the spring. The flowers are high in nectar and pollen and feed bees at a time when there are few other flowers around.
This is a dwarf variety, growing only 6-8 feet tall.
Common names: Strawberry Tree, Dwarf Strawberry Tree, Strawberry Myrtle, Chorleywood
Edible: Fruit Harvest timing: November - December
Scientific name: Arbutus unedo 'Compacta' Light requirements: Full sun to part shade Full-grown size: 6-8' x 5-6' Hardiness: Zone 7 Pollination: Self-pollinating Wildlife: Birds and bees Origin: Europe Noteworthy: Related to Arbutus trees.
WEDO NOT SHIPLIVE PLANTS. THEY ARE AVAILABLE FOR PICKUP AT OUR NURSERY IN ERRINGTON, BC.
