Trailing Arbutus
NameTrailing Arbutus
Species NameEpigaea repens
Common NameTrailing Arbutus
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)4
Container Typenone
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultyadvanced
Trunk Featuresno visible trunk
Foliage Typeevergreen broadleaf
Height (cm)7
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitynot applicable
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesDelicate bell-shaped flowers, leathery evergreen leaves, groundcover habit, native to eastern North America. Known for its fragrant blooms in early spring.
Description
This specimen of Trailing Arbutus is a small, low-growing evergreen plant featuring leathery, dark green leaves. It displays a cluster of delicate, bell-shaped white to pale pink flowers, nestled amongst moss and pine needles in its natural habitat. While not a traditional bonsai, its compact form could be imagined in a miniature setting.
