Arbutus Bayberry Seeds - Pink

Arbutus bayberry seeds grow into slow growing evergreen trees or large shrubs with a dense, rounded growth habit. These plants are well suited to temperate and Mediterranean type climates and are commonly used in landscape plantings, garden borders, and large containers. They adapt well to a range of soil conditions and tolerate mild drought once established. When started from seed, plants develop gradually and are suitable for long term ornamental and structural use in home gardens.

Features

• Evergreen tree or large shrub with rounded growth habit

• Adaptable to temperate and Mediterranean climates

• Suitable for landscape planting and container growing

• Tolerant of varied soil conditions once established

• Appropriate for long term garden cultivation

Specifications

• Scientific name: Arbutus unedo

• Common name (US): Strawberry tree

• Seed type / variety: Pink

• Growth habit: Evergreen tree or large shrub

• USDA hardiness zones: 7 to 10

• Planting season: Spring or fall

• Sowing season with specific months:

  • Indoor sowing: January to March

  • Outdoor sowing: March to May or September to October

• Germination time and conditions: 30 to 60 days, cool stratification beneficial, consistently moist soil

• Sunlight requirements: Full sun to partial sun

• Soil requirements: Well drained soil, adaptable to sandy or loamy soils

• Watering needs: Moderate watering, drought tolerant once established

• Mature plant size: 15 to 25 feet in height with a spread of 10 to 20 feet

• Plant spacing: 10 to 15 feet apart