Wilson Bros Gardens Strawberry Tree
Best unique ornamental for gardeners seeking a distinctive fruiting specimen.
This versatile evergreen is a masterclass in garden architecture, offering the flexibility to grow as a dense hedge or a sculptural specimen. While the edible fruit requires patience to mature, the striking coppery bark and winter-blooming flowers provide year-round visual payoff that few other shrubs can match.
$119.97
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking multi-season appeal and unique ornamental features.
- Homeowners with limited space desiring a manageable, adaptable tree.
- Busy individuals or new gardeners wanting a resilient, easy-care plant.
Who should skip it
- Fruit connoisseurs expecting a sweet, flavorful harvest from their garden.
- Homeowners with patios or paths directly beneath the tree.
- Gardeners in colder USDA Zones seeking a hardy, year-round evergreen.
Performance breakdown
Coastal Resilience
Salt and drought tolerance make this a top-tier coastal landscape choice.
Ornamental Versatility
Easily trained as a formal tree or a dense privacy hedge.
Seasonal Interest
Provides year-round appeal with evergreen foliage and unique winter fruit.
Culinary Utility
Edible fruits offer a fun, niche harvest for jams and wines.
Maintenance Ease
Slow growth rate minimizes the need for frequent pruning and upkeep.
Wildlife Attraction
Reliably draws birds and pollinators to the garden during colder months.
Key Specs
USDA Growing Zones
7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b
Plant Type
Shrub, Tree, Fruit Tree, Fruit Bush, Hedge, Privacy Screen
Foliage Type
Evergreen
Sunlight
Full Sun, Mostly Sun, Lightly Filtered Sun
Mature Height
8' to 12'
Mature Width
8' to 10'
Flower Color
White Shades
Bloom Season
Fall, Late Fall, Early Winter
Soil Moisture
Moist But Well-Drained, Dry (when established)
Growth Rate
Slow
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