Marina Strawberry Tree
Arbutus 'Marina'
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Marina Strawberry Tree is an ornamental evergreen with decorative peeling red-brown bark, small white bell-shaped flowers, and strawberry-like red fruit that ripen over several months. It's an excellent choice for drought-tolerant Mediterranean-style gardens and coastal landscapes.
Why grow it
Marina Strawberry Tree distinguishes itself among Arbutus species through its particularly ornamental peeling bark and reliable fruiting habit in Mediterranean and mild temperate climates. Where other drought-tolerant evergreens may offer either structural interest or edible fruit separately, this hybrid cultivar delivers both, making it efficient for design-conscious permaculture systems with limited space. It tolerates poor soils and coastal winds better than many ornamentals, reducing establishment care once established.
Watch out for
Marina can be slow to establish and benefits from consistent moisture during its first growing season despite ultimate drought tolerance. In cooler regions, it may experience winter dieback or fail to set fruit reliably if temperatures drop below its hardiness range. The plant's shallow root system responds poorly to heavy cultivation or compacted soil, so site preparation matters more than ongoing maintenance.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Ericaceae
Native Range
Mediterranean region, cultivar origin uncertain
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Edible Parts
Season of Interest
Sub-canopy
Smaller trees living beneath the canopy.
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
pH Range
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
Marina Strawberry Tree is an ornamental evergreen with decorative peeling red-brown bark, small white bell-shaped flowers, and strawberry-like red fruit that ripen over several months. It's an excellent choice for drought-tolerant Mediterranean-style gardens and coastal landscapes.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Marina Strawberry Tree grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Why grow it
Marina Strawberry Tree distinguishes itself among Arbutus species through its particularly ornamental peeling bark and reliable fruiting habit in Mediterranean and mild temperate climates. Where other drought-tolerant evergreens may offer either structural interest or edible fruit separately, this hybrid cultivar delivers both, making it efficient for design-conscious permaculture systems with limited space. It tolerates poor soils and coastal winds better than many ornamentals, reducing establishment care once established.
Watch out for
Marina can be slow to establish and benefits from consistent moisture during its first growing season despite ultimate drought tolerance. In cooler regions, it may experience winter dieback or fail to set fruit reliably if temperatures drop below its hardiness range. The plant's shallow root system responds poorly to heavy cultivation or compacted soil, so site preparation matters more than ongoing maintenance.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Ericaceae
Native Range
Mediterranean region, cultivar origin uncertain
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Edible Parts
Season of Interest
Sub-canopy
Smaller trees living beneath the canopy.
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
pH Range
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
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