Dwarf Strawberry Tree A small growing form of the native Killarney strawberry tree. It bears fruit that are rather like a strawberry to look at, though not in taste. These are borne at the same time as the flowers, in late autumn, taking a year to mature. Glossy, dark green leaves with serrated edges and attractive cinnamon-brown bark, peeling in older specimens; the gnarled habit is also attractive. Useful nectar source for bees, and good for permaculture plantings. Tolerant of salt, the red strawberry tree can be used to stabilise coastal soils, for coastal shelter-belts, and for permaculture planting. For milder areas, although older specimens are hardier. Good for growing in a container Site: Tolerates exposure, including coastal exposureSoil: Well-drained acid to neutral soils, including poor soilsPosition: Full sun or partial shadeSeason of Interest: Autumn, WinterHardiness: Half-hardyHeight: 8ft (2.5m) Spread: 10ft (3m)