John Fielding Other common names
Texas madrone
Synonyms
Arbutus densiflora, Arbutus laurifolia, Arbutus mollis, Arbutus texana
Trees Shrubs
An evergreen tree or large shrub with very attractive bark. Long green leaves and white or pink bells, which become red berries, give all-year-round interest. Whilst the fruits are edible and used to make jams and liqueurs in some countries, they are generally grown for ornamental purposes only in the UK
Position
Full sun, Partial shade
Soil Types
Clay, Loam, Sand
Max Height
8-12 metres
Max Spread
4-8 metres