Pacific madrone 10/20cm (P9T)
Arbutus menziesii
£18.95
Pacific madrone offers stunning year-round interest with its extraordinary peeling cinnamon-red bark, glossy evergreen foliage, and clusters of creamy-white spring flowers followed by orange-red berries. This architectural tree thrives in free-draining, acidic soils and sunny positions, showing excellent drought tolerance once established.
- ✓ STUNNING PEELING BARK: Pacific Madrone - Arbutus menziesii features extraordinary cinnamon-red bark that exfoliates to reveal olive-green, orange and cream beneath, creating a spectacular year-round display that glows in winter sunshine
- ✓ YEAR-ROUND INTEREST: Glossy evergreen foliage, fragrant creamy-white spring flowers attractive to pollinators, followed by bright orange-red berries in autumn that persist through winter providing food for birds
- ✓ DROUGHT TOLERANT EVERGREEN: Once established, this architectural tree shows excellent drought resistance and thrives in free-draining acidic to neutral soils, making it ideal for warmer, drier gardens and coastal positions
- ✓ CURRENT SIZE 10-20CM IN P9T POT: Young plant ready for growing on, ultimate height higher than 12 metres with wider than 8 metre spread, reaching maturity in 20-50 years, perfect for creating a stunning garden focal point
- ✓ Quality UK stock from the UK's only dedicated Redwood Trees Nursery - DEFRA Registered Supplier
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The Pacific madrone is one of the most striking evergreen trees you can grow, bringing a touch of Mediterranean drama to British gardens with its extraordinary peeling bark and architectural form. This North American native is renowned for its smooth, cinnamon-red bark that exfoliates in thin sheets to reveal a stunning patchwork of olive-green, orange, and cream beneath. The effect is particularly spectacular in winter sunshine, when the polished trunk and branches seem to glow with warmth.
Arbutus menziesii produces glossy, dark green leaves that are leathery in texture and provide year-round interest. In late spring, the tree bears clusters of small, creamy-white, urn-shaped flowers that resemble lily-of-the-valley blooms. These fragrant flowers are highly attractive to bees and other pollinators, making this an excellent choice for wildlife-friendly gardens. By autumn, the flowers develop into bright orange-red berries that persist well into winter, providing valuable food for birds whilst creating a stunning ornamental display.
This magnificent tree thrives in free-draining, acidic to neutral soils and positively revels in sunny positions. It’s particularly well-suited to coastal gardens, showing excellent tolerance to salt-laden winds and maritime conditions. The Pacific madrone has a natural resistance to drought once established, making it an increasingly valuable choice as our climate becomes warmer and drier. However, young plants do require regular watering during their first few growing seasons to help them develop a robust root system.
When positioning your Pacific madrone, choose the planting site carefully, as these trees deeply resent root disturbance once established. They develop a tap root system that makes transplanting mature specimens extremely difficult. Plant in spring to give the tree a full growing season to settle in before winter. Avoid heavy clay soils or areas prone to waterlogging, as these conditions can lead to root rot and poor establishment.
In terms of maintenance, Pacific madrone is remarkably undemanding once established. It requires no regular pruning, though you can remove any dead or crossing branches in late spring if necessary. Avoid heavy pruning, as this species doesn’t respond well to hard cutting back. Apply a mulch of leaf mould or composted bark around the base each spring, keeping it clear of the trunk itself. This helps retain moisture and suppresses weeds whilst gradually improving soil structure.
The tree’s natural growth habit is open and spreading, developing a broad, rounded crown with age. Lower branches often sweep elegantly towards the ground, creating wonderful sculptural forms. In maturity, the Pacific madrone becomes a true garden focal point, offering something special in every season – spring flowers, summer foliage, autumn berries, and that magnificent bark display throughout winter.
Ultimate height
Higher than 12 metres
Time to ultimate height
20–50 years
Ultimate spread
Wider than 8 metres
Season of Interest
Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter
Sunlight
Full Sun
Pot Size
9cm (Tall)
Foliage
Evergreen
Foliage Colour
Green
Flower Colour
White
Hardiness
-10°C to -5°C (H4)
When MatureWatering
Moderate
Preferred Soil pH
Acidic
Fragrance
Slight
Our unique tall 9cm pots is a smart strategy for cultivating trees with strong and deep root systems. This practice can lead to healthier and more resilient trees that are better prepared for transplantation and long-term growth in your UK garden.
Promoting Deep Root Development with Tall 9cm Pots:
1. Enhanced Root Growth: Using tall pots, such as 9cm pots, encourages trees to develop a deeper and more extensive root system. The added height of the pot allows the tree’s roots to grow downward, seeking nutrients and water in the lower soil layers.
2. Reduced Root Circling: Traditional, shallower pots can sometimes lead to root circling, where the roots grow in a circular pattern around the pot’s base. This can restrict the tree’s ability to access essential resources. Tall pots mitigate this issue, as roots are less likely to encounter physical barriers that encourage circling.
3. Improved Stability: The additional depth provided by tall pots offers improved stability for young trees. It allows for better anchoring and support, which is particularly important during periods of strong winds or inclement weather.
4. Better Soil Temperature Regulation: Tall pots offer improved insulation for the root system. This can help maintain more stable soil temperatures, protecting the roots from extreme heat or cold. This is crucial for healthy root development, especially in the unpredictable UK climate.
5. Reduced Transplant Shock: When it’s time to transplant a tree from a tall pot into the ground, the deeper root system developed in the tall pot can reduce transplant shock. The tree is better equipped to establish itself in its new environment.
6. Versatility: Tall pots are versatile and can accommodate a wide range of tree species. They are particularly useful for growing trees that have a taproot, which naturally grows deeper.
Delivery
Yarrow Gardens aim to have your order with you in fastest time possible and safest method of transport. Dependent on the parcel size and geographical destination in mind with will select the most suitable courier.
You are welcome to collect any times from our nursery in Euxton, Lancashire. Please contact us to arrange a suitable date and time.
With regret, we can no longer send items out to Northern Ireland. All live plants need a phytosanitary checks and DAERA must be notified. This process is simply too expensive at the moment.
Returns
In the rare instance that your item has been damaged during delivery or incorrectly shipped by us, please contact us and we will be happy to discuss the return and replacement of your item.
Once you have contacted us and we have confirmation that your parcel is on its way back to us we will be happy to issue a refund for the return postage.
| Delivery Class | Delivery Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Royal Mail Letter - Royal Mail Tracked | £3.25 (Flat) | |
| Royal Mail Letter - Royal Mail Second Class | £1.32 (Flat) | |
| Royal Mail Large Letter - Royal Mail Tracked | £3.25 (Flat) | |
| Royal Mail Large Letter - Royal Mail Second Class | £2.10 (Flat) | |
| Standard Items - Standard Courier (APC) | £10.74 (Flat) | This item |
| Standard Items - Standard Courier (Evri) | £5.99 (Flat) | This item |
| Medium Items - Standard Courier (APC) | £11.94 (Flat) | |
| Large Items - Pallet Courier | £114.00 (Flat) | |
| Large Items - Standard Courier (APC) | £25.14 (Flat) | |
| Pallet Courier - Pallet Courier | £114.00 (Flat) |
We are a small family business based in Euxton, West Lancashire. We specialise in the supply of trees, shrubs both bare root & cell grown. Much of our stock is grown directly on site from seed or cuttings. Other stock is all UK sourced where possible.
We adhere to industry leading biosecurity measures, this ensures that our nursery remains clean and disease free.
We are DEFRA registered and our nursery is regularly inspected to confirm compliance with all current plant and plant health regulations.
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