SKU: 3937474254
strawberry tree seed

strawberry tree seed Strawberry Tree Seeds

Sale price$25.10 Regular price$27.89
Save 10%

Pay in installments of $6.97 with ShopPay, AfterPay and Klarna

Shipping Estimate
USA
  • USA
  • CAN

Ships within 48 hours · Estimated delivery Aug 27 - Sep 1

Promo Codes Available:

For Your Every Summer RSVP, with Code: SUMMER15

Description

strawberry tree seed Strawberry Tree SeedsStrawberry Tree Seeds (Arbutus unedo) The Arbutus unedo, commonly known as the Strawberry Tree or Irish Killarney Strawberry Tree, is a highly ornamental evergreen shrub or small tree prized for its unusual red fruits, attractive bark, and year round beauty. Native to the Mediterranean region and parts of western Europe, this rare species has long been cultivated for both ornamental landscaping and edible fruit production. Known for its multi season

Strawberry Tree Seeds (Arbutus unedo)

The Arbutus unedo, commonly known as the Strawberry Tree or Irish Killarney Strawberry Tree, is a highly ornamental evergreen shrub or small tree prized for its unusual red fruits, attractive bark, and year-round beauty. Native to the Mediterranean region and parts of western Europe, this rare species has long been cultivated for both ornamental landscaping and edible fruit production.

Known for its multi-season interest, the Strawberry Tree produces clusters of delicate urn-shaped white to pale pink flowers from autumn into winter while simultaneously displaying bright orange-red fruits from the previous season. This unique overlapping display of flowers and fruit makes it one of the most visually distinctive evergreen shrubs in cultivation.

The compact dense branching structure is complemented by glossy dark green foliage and striking cinnamon-colored bark that becomes increasingly ornamental with age. Mature fruits are round and textured with a knobby surface, gradually ripening into deep orange-red berries.

The edible fruit has a sweet mildly tangy flavor often compared to apricot, guava, and other wild Mediterranean fruits with subtle earthy undertones. Fruits may be eaten fresh or used in preserves, beverages, and traditional regional recipes.

🌱 Growing & Care Information

Light: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained soil; adaptable to poor soils
Water: Moderate to low; drought tolerant once established
Growth: Slow to moderate-growing evergreen shrub or small tree
Climate: Mediterranean and mild temperate climates

Strawberry Tree is naturally adapted to dry summer conditions and performs exceptionally well in warm coastal climates. It thrives in USDA zones 8–11 outdoors and can also be successfully grown in large containers in cooler climates when protected during winter.

This species is especially valued for ornamental gardens, edible landscapes, wildlife plantings, and Mediterranean-style landscapes due to its evergreen foliage and year-round ornamental interest.

🌿 Why Grow Strawberry Tree?

• Produces ornamental edible red berries
• Beautiful evergreen foliage year-round
• Attractive cinnamon-colored bark
• Unique flowers and fruit at the same time
• Drought tolerant once established
• Excellent ornamental landscape specimen
• Great for containers and patios
• Rare and highly collectible evergreen species

The Strawberry Tree remains one of the most distinctive ornamental fruiting evergreens for gardeners seeking a rare plant with beauty, edible fruit, and exceptional seasonal interest.

USDA Hardiness Zones: 8–11

Strawberry Tree Germination:

Strawberry Tree seeds have a notoriously very low rate of germination not passing 4.2%, caused by the presence of certain inhibitory substances diffused by the fruit. A 30 day "cold stratification" & using a heated propagator to keep temperatures at an optimal warmth is a Must for Germination of the Strawberry Tree Seeds. Seed germination is strongly influenced by the temperature and shows an optimal temperature of 68°F that gives an appx. rate of 19.2%. When set to a higher temperature of 86°F seeds recorded a much higher rate of 18% germination. Needless to say, after cold stratification, keep the temperature at 86+ degrees F for optimal chances.

1) Soak seeds in "Warm Water" for 6 days. Be sure to change water Daily.

2) Place the seeds in a moist paper towel and place inside of a zip lock bag. Cut a few tiny holes into bag. Then to cold stratify, place in the fridge for 30 days. This will help increase germination rates greatly. Be sure to keep them "moist" (not wet) while stratifying.

2) Sow seeds on top of a Well Draining Seed Starting Mix & Lightly cover with a thin layer of sand as they need light to germinate. Use a grow lamp, or keep in a sunny window.

3) Use a spray bottle to keep the soil "moist", not wet.

4) Patience is required as germination times are erratic as with any Tropical seed. Seeds will germinate anywhere from 1 to 6 weeks and are More than Worth the Wait!

"Please Contact us First if you need Anything"

Germinación del madroño:

Las semillas del madroño tienen una tasa de germinación notoriamente muy baja, que no pasa del 4,2 %, debido a la presencia de ciertas sustancias inhibidoras difundidas por la fruta. Una "estratificación en frío" de 30 días y el uso de un propagador calentado para mantener las temperaturas a un nivel óptimo son imprescindibles para la germinación de las semillas del madroño. La germinación de las semillas está fuertemente influenciada por la temperatura y muestra una temperatura óptima de 68 °F que da una tasa aproximada del 19,2 %. Cuando se establece una temperatura más alta de 86 °F, las semillas registraron una tasa de germinación mucho más alta del 18 %. No hace falta decir que, después de la estratificación en frío, mantenga la temperatura a más de 86 grados F para obtener las mejores posibilidades.

1) Remoje las semillas en "agua tibia" durante 6 días. Asegúrese de cambiar el agua a diario.

2) Coloque las semillas en una toalla de papel húmeda y colóquelas dentro de una bolsa con cierre hermético. Corte algunos agujeros pequeños en la bolsa. Luego, para estratificar en frío, colóquelas en el refrigerador durante 30 días. Esto ayudará a aumentar considerablemente las tasas de germinación. Asegúrese de mantenerlas "húmedas" (no mojadas) mientras estratifica.

2) Siembre las semillas sobre una mezcla para semillas que drene bien y cúbralas ligeramente con una fina capa de arena, ya que necesitan luz para germinar. Use una lámpara de cultivo o manténgalas en una ventana soleada.

3) Use una botella rociadora para mantener la tierra "húmeda", no mojada.

4) Se requiere paciencia, ya que los tiempos de germinación son erráticos como con cualquier semilla tropical. Las semillas germinarán en cualquier momento entre 1 y 6 semanas y ¡la espera vale la pena!

"Comuníquese con nosotros primero si necesita algo"

 

Shipping Notes
  • Free Standard Shipping on $100+ Orders to the USA.
  • Except Preorder products are shipped in 48 hours.
  • Delivery to the USA:
  1. Standard Shipping : 3-10 business days
  • If time is of the essence, please consider selecting expedited delivery for faster service.
Exchange/Return Notes
  • We offer a 30-day return/exchange service after receiving.
  • Final sale items are not eligible for returns or exchanges.
  • To process your return/exchange, please contact us at [email protected]
  • Please click here for more details>>> Return & Exchange Policy
SKU: 3937474254

Discover Niche Categories That Outsell strawberry tree seed

Top-Converting Item to Boost Your Average Order

4.9 ★★★★★
Based on 18 reviews
Sort
Highest Rating
Newest First
Oldest First
Product Reviews
K
Verified Purchase
Kiara Jacob
New York, US
★★★★★ 4
Girl a struggle that I couldn't not finish.
Format: Kindle
Keep writing Kara girl. Maybe shorten something. But I enjoyed the story. I did not enjoy the uncertainty because it was never uncertain. I enjoy the story though.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on April 13, 2025
C
Verified Purchase
Corey Beth
West Palm Beach, US
★★★★★ 5
Beautiful, Lovely, Nearly Perfect Fantasy Romance (with Mature FMC!!)
Format: Kindle
Man. I am just so incredibly touched and impressed and just blown away by this book. I picked up Preistess by Kara Reynolds after a glowing recommendation from the r/fantasyromance subreddit. I was immediately sold on the fully mature, 38 year old female lead, but if that's not enough for you, there is a richly detailed, original world, a lively cast of characters, queer rep, and a male lead who is all about consent. My expectations were high based on the reviews on Reddit, and this book lived up to and even smashed them. I will say that at first I was not sure I was going to like the book. In the beginning, I don't know exactly what it was, but I had a hard time with the author's tone. The lack of paragraph indentions drove me nuts for awhile, but by the end of the book I didn't even notice it anymore. And while I wasn't fond of the author's style to start with, now that I've finished the book, I honestly don't remember what I didn't like about it. In my opinion, it takes around the first 10 - 15% for the story to really find its way, but once it did, I was captivated. One thing that put me off initially, but that I came to love, was the large cast of characters. Edie, the main character, is with a group of eight other women, and at first it was hard to keep them all straight and remember who was who. Before long I was able to tell them all apart easily, as they all have distinct personalities and individual characteristics. I quickly became invested in all of the women, and the men when they were introduced as well. Each of the couples was adorable in its own way, and each had their own difficulties to overcome. We see everything about the secondary couples through the eyes of Edie, the POV character, but their stories are still sweet and fun to see. Something that I really loved about this story was the worldbuilding and the depth with which the author went into describing Tintar and its traditions and religion. Edie's becoming a Preistess plays a large role in this book, and the message contained in these pages is so beautiful and relatable and heartwarming. I don't want to give anything away but this is the kind of positivity that SHOULD come from religion. The themes of acceptance and love contrast with the oppression often associated with religion in the real world. I mentioned the themes a little bit above, acceptance and love being two of them. But there are many themes and concepts reiterated in this book. Independence and self worth. Female friendship and found family. The value of consent and the joy of giving pleasure to someone you love. There are a few spicy scenes but I found them all to be in good taste and they added to the story instead of distracting from it (don't get me wrong, I like smut as next as the next person, but not when it comes at the cost of plot). What we have here instead of a lot of smut is the development of a relationship between two people who are slowly falling in love with one another. The relationship between Edie and Alric feels realistic and develops organically. When they finally confess their love for one another, I really, truly believed that they were in love. This is that rare find in romance books these days: true, sweet, romantic love. (As opposed to instalove and lust.) Overall, I am so glad I picked this book up. Endlessly grateful to the person who recommended it to me on Reddit. This is a beautiful adult love story, with main characters who are in their late 30s/early 40s. It is a story filled with found family and female friendships, with mystery and excitement. All in all I found Preistess to be such a treat. There are a few grammatical issues (and the missing indentations), but I would have put up with much more because the story itself was so engrossing and enjoyable. I will recommend this story to anyone who will listen and I will absolutely be looking for more from this author. If you are a middle aged woman, like me, who longs for a well written fantasy romance with a fully mature heroine, with romance that actually feels like romance and the type of worldbuilding that *should* be in a fantasy novel, then Preistess by Kara Reynolds just may be the right book for you.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on February 1, 2025
S
Verified Purchase
Silver
San Leandro, US
★★★★★ 5
A moving homage to women everywhere that you are enough
Format: Kindle
This standalone story is a moving homage to women everywhere that you are enough; and that it is ok to be selfish, to love yourself, and you are deserving of love. I have read this book twice now and both times I cried and laughed. It is a moving story about how a selfless woman who not only perseveres through many challenges that she faces both past and present, but also learns to live rather than just survive; and enjoy what life and her new religion have to offer. As a woman in my later years, I found Edie Finch’s journey profoundly moving and deeply affirming. Seeing a heroine in her late 30s was not only refreshing, but it gave me someone to truly relate to—her tenacity, selflessness, gentle humor, and resilience struck a powerful chord. Despite enduring unimaginable hardships—an abusive ex-husband and family, becoming a prisoner, forced into a marriage, the sudden awakening of earth magic, and navigating a bond with a new goddess —Edie remains grounded, compassionate, and brave. And through all of that, she still manages to find something rare and beautiful: real love, inner peace, and a chosen family that cherishes her. Reynolds masterfully crafts a slow-burning romance rooted in emotional truth, layered with rich, believable magic. There are no shortcuts—no instant attraction, no overdone tropes, no sudden omnipotence or conveniently accepted lore. Everything unfolds with care and intention. Each revelation feels earned, each relationship feels real. I was fully immersed in Edie’s world from beginning to end, and left feeling both heartened and inspired. This story didn’t just entertain—it stayed with me. And I also need to point out that Alric Angler should be a standard for which men/partners should be held to. As a private man of few words he expressed his love not through dramatic declarations, but through quiet, meaningful actions. It wasn’t about grand, expensive gestures (though there were a few); it was the thoughtful, everyday things—like replacing Edie’s worn comb or getting her bookends to support her growing collection—that spoke volumes. Watching his relationship with Edie unfold with such tenderness and patience was a joy.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on October 18, 2025
C
Verified Purchase
ciera haynes-brodowski
Dallas, US
★★★★★ 4
emotional. heart warming
Format: Kindle
It was a good book, the relationships with the friends a main part of it. I do wish there was more spice because she slow burned us to death and then gave us this a closed door. Lol But it was well written and poignant.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on January 22, 2025
H
Verified Purchase
HH
Alexandria, US
★★★★★ 5
I am begging you to read this book
Format: Kindle, Format: Kindle
A group of women trapped in a temple during an invasion who pretend to be sacred priestesses to avoid being killed and it actually works. That is the setup. That is the whole brilliant premise behind the title and honestly it had me from the first chapter. But what keeps you reading is Edie. She is not a chosen one, not a warrior, not a princess. She is older, she has already lived a full complicated life before this story starts, and that history shapes every decision she makes. When everything falls apart and she ends up somewhere she never expected to be, she does not transform overnight. She reads the room, adjusts, and keeps going. It sounds simple but it is so refreshing compared to what fantasy usually gives us. The women around her are just as important. They do not instantly become a perfect found family. They figure each other out slowly, earn each other's trust over time, and what builds between them ended up being one of my favorite things about this entire book. The romance is slow burn done right. Not manufactured tension, not two people being stubborn for no reason. Real yearning, real patience, real payoff. The magic and world building are present without being overwhelming. There is a nature and ritual element running through everything that gives the story a distinct feel without stopping to explain itself every five minutes. The final stretch of this book is something I was not prepared for. By that point you are so invested in these characters that everything carries weight it would not have had on page one. If you want wall to wall action this is not your book. If you want fantasy that actually makes you feel something, this is exactly your book. One of my favorite reads in a long time. When I was finished reading it, I just kinda sat there... trying to savor every moment of it. Five stars. I recommend this to everyone I know.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on April 28, 2026

recommand products