Arbutus x andrachnoides (flowers
pictured right) is a hybrid between A. unedo and A. andrachne . Similar qualities to A. canariensis but a better alternative to most gardens. Reaching around 8m
GROWING CONDITIONS and LANDSCAPING USES
Like all Arbutus, A. x andrachnoides prefersa humus rich but well drained soil. Again slow growing but a very attractive and durable tree once established with most attractive bark (picture below). Lovely white 'lily of the valley' like flowers in spring are ana added attraction.
Available for sale from the following growers
YAMINA RARE PLANTS 'Justly famous for rare and unusual plants' -
Don & Peter Teese
25 Moores Rd Monbulk VIC 3793
PH (03) 9756 6335 FAX (03) 9752 0308 www.yaminarareplants.com.au
