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Arbutus unedo 'Compacta'

Family Ericaceae
Plant Type tree
Zone USDA:   7a - 10b   RHS:   H - HH   EGF:   H3 - G1   Australia:   1 - 4  
Care Level
Height 2.7 - 4 m (9 - 12 ft)
Spread 2.4 - 3 m (8 - 10 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture low, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The tree Arbutus unedo 'Compacta' (compact strawberry tree) bears showy and white blooms during mid-fall. The glossy foliage is medium green in colour, medium in texture and evergreen. Arbutus unedo 'Compacta' (compact strawberry tree) bears showy fruit. This plant has showy and fissured bark. A specimen plant, Arbutus unedo 'Compacta' (compact strawberry tree) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Border, container, specimen and topiary.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Arbutus unedo 'Compacta' tolerates drought, pollution and salt. This tree attracts birds to your garden.