Arbutus: A Mediterranean Marvel in the British Garden.
The Arbutus, or strawberry tree as it’s often known, brings a touch of Mediterranean charm to our British gardens, and what a treat it is! With its striking evergreen leaves, reddish-brown bark, and unusual red-orange fruits, the Arbutus adds a bit of the exotic to any setting. It’s a tree that manages to look distinctive all year round, but it truly comes into its own in the autumn when the fruits begin to ripen, alongside clusters of delicate white or pinkish flowers. There’s something delightfully whimsical about a tree that blooms and fruits at the same time—a rare sight in our gardens!