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Growing Info

Scarification
Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours
Stratification
Stratification: cold stratify for 60 days
Germination
Germination: sow seed 1/16" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Native to: Algeria, France, Greece, Israel, Italy, Lebanon-Syria, Libya, Morocco, Palestine, Portugal, Spain, Tunisia, Turkey
Native
Introduced

Arbutus unedo

Strawberry Madrone, Strawberry Tree

In Stock: 2.753 lb (Total:2.753lb)

  • Arbutus unedo

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2.75 lb

Details

Germination:
83%
Germination test:
Cut (Full Seed)
Purity:
81%
Seeds per lb:
168,545
Quantity:
2.75 lb
Collected in:
Italy
Crop year:
2024
Min. hardiness zone:
7
Item ID:
1835664

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Growing Info

Scarification
Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours
Stratification
Stratification: cold stratify for 60 days
Germination
Germination: sow seed 1/16" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Native to: Algeria, France, Greece, Israel, Italy, Lebanon-Syria, Libya, Morocco, Palestine, Portugal, Spain, Tunisia, Turkey
Native
Introduced
Arbutus unedo, also known as Strawberry Madrone or Strawberry Tree, is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows up to 50 ft tall, with glossy dark green serrated leaves and bell-shaped white or pale pink flowers that bloom in autumn. The fruit, which is about 0.5 inch in diameter, has a lush tropical texture and a delicate flavor, containing about 20% sugars. It is ripe in November/December and makes delicious jams and preserves. Despite its name, Arbutus unedo is not the source of the common strawberry. The plant is adaptable to many climates and is fairly drought, frost, shade and salt tolerant, making it easy to cultivate. It is also a valued ornamental plant, and its ecosystem benefits include being a source of nectar and pollen for bees, food for birds, a good choice for wind barriers and fire resistant. The leaves have medicinal properties and are a source of antioxidants. Consider adding Arbutus unedo to your garden for its ornamental and practical benefits.

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