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Trailing Arbutus

Epigaea repens, Ericaceae

Zones
3–7
Layer
Ground Cover
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

Ground Cover

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)

Water

Moderate

Soil pH

4.5 – 5.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

BeetleweedGalax urceolata
Beneficial Insect Habitat
PipsissewaChimaphila umbellata
Nurse PlantBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Vinca MajorVinca major

Rare trailing arbutus is easily overwhelmed by aggressive vinca major

Uses

Functions

Ground Cover

Common Questions

What zones does Trailing Arbutus grow in?

Trailing Arbutus grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 7.

What are good companion plants for Trailing Arbutus?

Good companions for Trailing Arbutus include Beetleweed, Pipsissewa.

Design guilds with Trailing Arbutus and see companion relationships visually.

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