Compact Strawberry Tree Starter Plug, Arbutus unedo 'Compacta', 9–14 Inch Live Evergreen Shrub, 3 Inch Pot, Ornamental Tree

Compact Strawberry Tree – Arbutus unedo 'Compacta'

Add year-round greenery and seasonal color to your landscape with the Compact Strawberry Tree. This smaller, more contained variety of Arbutus unedo features glossy, dark green evergreen leaves and a naturally compact, rounded growth habit.

Plant Details

• Plant: Compact Strawberry Tree (Arbutus unedo 'Compacta')

• Quantity: 1 starter plant

• Size: Approximately 9–14 inches tall

• Container: 3-inch pot

• Shipping: Ships by Ground shipping

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 7–10

• Mature Size: Approximately 6–8 feet tall and wide

Flowers and Fruit

In fall, this evergreen shrub or small tree produces white to pink, bell-shaped flowers. Red, strawberry-like fruits from the previous year's blossoms may also be present at the same time.

The fruits are edible but have a mild, bland taste. Your plant may not have flowers or fruit when it arrives, depending on the season and growth stage.

Growing Information

• Light: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Well-drained soil

• Water: Moderate watering, especially during dry periods

• Growth Habit: Compact, rounded evergreen shrub or small tree

• Uses: Landscape specimen, smaller gardens, and container growing

Native to Mediterranean regions, Compact Strawberry Tree is an attractive ornamental choice for gardeners looking for evergreen foliage and multi-season interest.

Shipping Information

This listing is for one 9–14 inch starter plant in a 3-inch pot. It ships by Ground shipping in an approximately 18-inch box.

Small quantities may have Ground Advantage or Priority/UPS shipping options in separate listings. Orders of 3 or more trees ship by UPS. Please select the appropriate shipping option when ordering.

Price includes shipping to most locations. We cannot ship to PO Boxes, Alaska, Hawaii, APO addresses, U.S. territories, or remote locations without a freight surcharge.

If temperatures are warmer than 89°F or colder than 20°F, we will hold your order until conditions improve.

Plant Quality and Customer Support

All plants are inspected for quality before shipment. If your plant is damaged during shipping, please contact us promptly and include photos of the package and plant so we can help resolve the issue.

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