Arbutus arizonica Arizona maderone (Ericaceae) Evergreen tree

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Arbutus arizonica
Arizona maderone
Evergreen tree
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The Arbutus arizonica plant species is found in Southwestern N. America - S. Arizona to New Mexico. It is a member of the Ericaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Arizona maderone.

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Latin Name:  Arbutus arizonica
Common Name:  Arizona maderone
Family:  Ericaceae
Author:  (A.Gray.)Sarg.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  15   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Dry gravelly benches, 1800 - 2400 metres[82].

Cultivation Notes: Requires a lime-free nutrient-rich well-drained moisture-retentive soil in sun or semi-shade and shelter from cold drying winds, especially when young[200]. Succeeds in dry soils[82]. Plants are hardy to about -15°c[166, 200]. A slow-growing tree[229].

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