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Arbutus 'Marina' | Marina Strawberry Tree

This hybrid Arbutus does best with some sun protection in hot desert and inland areas. Becomes an attractive tree with age, with interesting form and brown bark that peels to reveal new, smooth, red bark beneath. Edible, ball-shaped fruit follow the pink flowers in late winter. Fruit can be messy on pavement. Canopy coverage: 962 square feet.

Water Requirement: low

Sun Exposure: full sun

Cold Hardiness: cold hardy to 20F

Growth Rate: slow

Height: 40 feet high

Width: 35 feet wide

Evergreen

Foliage Color: dark green

Flower Color: pink

Flower Season: fall, winter

Wildlife: birds