Arbutus canariensis (Canary Strawberry Tree)
Arbutus canariensis (Canary Strawberry Tree)
2 (7)m, Canary Strawberry Tree is native of the upper xerophytic zone and sun-exposed rocky spots in the lower laurel forest zone. It has large, laurel like, light green, shiny, leathery foliage and hundreds of small bell shaped, fragrant white flowers with a rose shade. Its' bright orange fruits develop in late summer to winter and are edible. Prefers a loam-free soil (on a peat basis) with some coarse sand added. Not reliably winter hardy, thus best grown as a container plant, keep frostfree in a sunny spot in winter. XI-V.More Details »