Arbutus unedo 'Rubra'
- Shrub
- Award of Garden Merit (AGM)
- 2-3 m high
- Soft-coloured flowers
- Decorative fruits
An evergreen ornamental shrub with glossy dark green leaves and decorative, peeling bark. It blooms profusely with urn-shaped pink flowers in late autumn and winter. The strawberry-like fruits turn from yellow to red. It prefers a sheltered, warm location in well-drained soil.
Garden use
Use
For wildlife and biodiversity
Ornamental value and special features
Planting density
Plant about 1 - 2 plants per m²
Characteristics
| Height | 200 - 300 cm |
|---|---|
| Flowering time | August - September |
| Flower colour | Deep pink |
| Growth habit | Wide |
| Hardiness | down to about -15°C |
Site conditions
| Light | Full sun, Sunny |
|---|---|
| Moisture | Average |
Botanical information
| Botanical name | Arbutus unedo 'Rubra' |
|---|---|
| Genus | Arbutus |
| Family | Ericaceae |
| Awards | Award of Garden Merit (AGM) |
| Origin | Hybrid |
