Arbutus unedo, commonly known as the Strawberry Tree, is an attractive evergreen shrub or small tree grown for its unique ornamental fruit and year-round interest. It produces glossy dark green leaves, clusters of delicate bell-shaped white to pale pink flowers, and distinctive round red fruits that resemble strawberries, often appearing at the same time as the following year’s blossom. In autumn, the tree produces abundant nectar-rich flowers that are highly attractive to bees and other pollinators, making it valuable for wildlife-friendly planting. It thrives in well drained soil in a sheltered, sunny position and is particularly well suited to mild UK regions where it provides reliable structure, seasonal colour and low-maintenance ornamental appeal.
