Plant Care Arbutus Unedo

Arbutus Unedo

Also known as

Strawberry-Tree, Strawberry-Tree and Strawberry tree

Taxonomy

Arbutus unedo
Arbutus
Ericaceae
Ericales

How to care for Arbutus Unedo

💦 Water

How often to water your Arbutus Unedo

Water needs for Arbutus Unedo
0.5 cups
every 9

Arbutus Unedo needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of Arbutus Unedo

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

Select the pot size

5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Strawberry-Tree in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Arbutus Unedo: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Arbutus Unedo love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Arbutus Unedo does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Arbutus Unedo in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Arbutus Unedo

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Arbutus Unedo: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Arbutus Unedo after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs
⭐ Difficulty Level

Arbutus Unedo is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

How to Grow Strawberry-Tree →

Benefits of Growing Strawberry-Tree →

Common Strawberry-Tree Problems →

Outdoor Care Guide for Strawberry-Tree →


💦 Water Needs

Arbutus Unedo prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Strawberry-Tree Water Frequency →

Strawberry-Tree Root Rot →


☀️ Sunlight Needs

Arbutus Unedo requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Strawberry-Tree Light Requirements →

Strawberry-Tree Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Arbutus Unedo is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

Is Strawberry-Tree Edible? →

Strawberry-Tree Toxicity to Cats →

Strawberry-Tree Toxicity to Dogs →

Strawberry-Tree Toxicity to Humans →


🪴 Soil

Arbutus Unedo does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Strawberry-Tree →

Best Pots for Strawberry-Tree →

When and How to Successfully Repot Strawberry-Tree →

What Are Healthy Strawberry-Tree Roots →


💩 Fertilizer

Arbutus Unedo grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Strawberry-Tree →


⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Arbutus Unedo grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

Strawberry-Tree Lifecycle →

Strawberry-Tree Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Strawberry-Tree →


🌦️ Growing Outdoors
🌱 Propagation
🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Arbutus Unedo, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Arbutus Unedo

Arbutus Unedo

Arbutus Unedo


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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