GardenWizzPlant Care Card

Strawberry Tree

Arbutus unedo · Tree

Hardiness
H5 Hardy — cold winter (to −15 to −10°C)
Position
Full sun, Partial shade
Height × Spread
4–8 m × 4–8 m
Soil
Well-drained, neutral to acidic soil rich in organic matter; also tolerates basic (limy) pH soils.
Flowering
September–November
Toxicity
Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling.

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🪴 Plant out
🌸 In flower

Watch out for

Elsinoë leaf spot: Remove and destroy affected leaves and fallen debris to reduce fungal spores.

Ruptoseptoria leaf spot: Improve air circulation and remove infected material; avoid wetting foliage when watering.

Scale insects: Scrape off heavy infestations manually or use horticultural oil during dormancy.

Aphids: Encourage natural predators like ladybirds or blast off with a strong jet of water.

Frost damage: Plant in a sheltered, south-facing position and protect young plants in winter.

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