Marina Strawberry Tree

15 Gallon·Multi

$169.90

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Marina Strawberry Tree

Arbutus 'Marina'

Four-Season Evergreen Beauty • Exceptional Drought Tolerance • Fire-Smart Screen Tree

$169.90

Size 15 Gallon·Multi 15 Gallon·Stand 24" Box·Multi 24" Box·Stand 36" Box·Multi 36" Box·Stand

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Bay Area–Based Nursery

We specialize in plants grown and delivered in their original pots and soil.
Because of their size and weight, our plants are not suitable for long-distance shipping and are delivered locally to ensure health and quality.

While delivery is limited to our local service area, we’re happy to support garden design and plant selection remotely.

For local plant professionals, we’re always glad to connect and explore ways to support your customers.

The Marina Strawberry Tree is a true four-season workhorse for the Bay Area landscape. This exceptionally tough, evergreen tree offers year-round beauty with its glossy foliage, showy peeling bark, winter flowers, and decorative edible fruit—all with minimal water once established. It’s the ideal, fire-smart tree for creating privacy, structure, and enduring interest.

Provides continuous visual interest: cinnamon-red peeling bark, glossy dark green leaves, clusters of pink bell-shaped flowers in fall/winter, and showy yellow & red fruit year-round.
Thrives in the Bay Area’s Mediterranean climate with exceptional drought tolerance and adaptability to various soils, including clay, once established.
Serves as an excellent evergreen screen, windbreak, or specimen tree, valued for its dense, rounded canopy and fire-resistant properties (low flammability rating).
Grows at a slow to moderate pace, eventually reaching a substantial size (25-40 ft), making it a long-lived, permanent asset to the garden.
Supports local ecology, with winter flowers providing nectar for hummingbirds and bees when few other plants are blooming.

Knowing how we measure the size?

When browsing our plants, you may notice size terms such as Gallon, Multi, or Stand. These describe how a plant is grown, containerized, or structured at the time of sale — not just its height. Understanding these terms will help you choose the right plant for your space and expectations.

🌱 Gallon Size (Container Size)

Gallon refers to the size of the nursery container the plant is currently growing in (e.g. 1 Gallon, 5 Gallon, 15 Gallon).

A larger gallon size generally means:
- A more established root system
- A sturdier plant
- Faster visual impact after planting
Example:
- 5 Gallon: Ideal for residential gardens, easy to handle, good balance of value and maturity
- 15 Gallon: More mature, provides quicker results in the landscape

Note: Gallon size does not guarantee a specific height, as growth varies by species.

🌳 Multi (Multi-Trunk / Multi-Branch Form)

Multi indicates the plant has multiple trunks or main stems growing from the base.

Commonly used for:
- Ornamental trees
- Feature plants
- Japanese maples, olives, crepe myrtles, etc.
Why choose Multi:
- Fuller, more sculptural appearance
- Strong visual presence even at younger ages
- Popular for design-focused landscapes

🌲 Stand (Single-Trunk / Standard Form)

Stand (short for Standard) refers to a single, dominant trunk with a raised or naturally formed canopy.

Commonly used for:
- Shade trees
- Street trees
- Orchard and structural plantings
Why choose Stand:
- Clean, classic tree form
- Easier clearance for walkways and lawns
- Preferred for long-term structure and uniformity

🌿 Choosing the Right Size

If you want instant impact → larger Gallon, Multi form
If you want long-term structure → Stand form
If you want flexibility and value → mid-size Gallon containers

If you’re unsure which size or form fits your project, our team is happy to help you select the best option based on your space, timeline, and design goals.

Features:Small, bell-shaped pink flowers clustered at branch tips, blooming uniquely in winter. Glossy, leathery oval leaves in deep green. Edible orange-red berries with soft spines, revealing yellow flesh packed with seeds - prized for jams and liqueurs.
Mature Height: 25–40 ft
Mature Width: 15–25 ft
Growth Rate: Slow
Light Needs: Full sun to part shade
Key Advantages:Winter floral display (Dec-Feb),Drought-adapted (once established),Fire-resistant foliage,Wildlife magnet (bees + hummingbirds),Multi-use edible fruit (biennial bearing)
Exceptional for: Privacy screens,Firewise gardens,Focal point plantings,Permaculture designs

Q: Are the fruits edible and tasty?
A: Yes, the strawberry-like fruits are edible. They have a mild, somewhat mealy texture and a flavor that is subtly sweet when fully red-ripe, often used for jams and spirits. They are more ornamental than a premier fruit crop.

Q: How messy is it with the falling fruit and bark?
A: It is considered a relatively clean tree. The fruits are small and soft, and the peeling bark is decorative and tends to cling to the tree or break down quickly. It’s a good choice near patios compared to many deciduous fruit trees.

Q: What’s the best way to use it for screening?
A: Plant multiple trees in a staggered row, spacing them about 10-15 feet apart (center to center). Their dense, branching habit will create a solid evergreen screen within a few years.