Arbutus andrachne Grecian strawberry tree (Ericaceae) Evergreen tree

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Arbutus andrachne
Grecian strawberry tree
Evergreen tree
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The Arbutus andrachne plant species is found in S.E. Europe. W. Asia. It is a member of the Ericaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Grecian strawberry tree.

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Latin Name:  Arbutus andrachne
Common Name:  Grecian strawberry tree
Family:  Ericaceae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  6   Mature Width:  6

Habitat:  Evergreen scrub and rocky slopes[45] on limestone, serpentine and igneous rocks in areas that are very dry in summer[184].

Cultivation Notes: Requires a nutrient-rich well-drained moisture-retentive soil in a sunny position with shelter from cold drying winds, especially when young[200]. Requires a lime-free soil according to some reports[1, 134], but it thrives on a limy soil according to other reports[11, 182, 200]. Established plants are drought tolerant. Plants are hardy to about -15°c[184]. The flowers are sweetly scented[245]. Dislikes being transplanted, it should be placed in its final position whilst young, giving some protection in its first winter outdoors[11, 134]. Plants are very slow growing. Most plants cultivated under this name are in fact A. x andrachnoides 'Serratula'[200].

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