Arctostaphylos columbiana [Mr. Pointy]

Also Known As

Hairy Manzanita

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-8'
W: 6'-10'

planting zones

7a-10b

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Arctostaphylos columbiana [Mr. Pointy] plant details

Arctostaphylos columbiana [Mr. Pointy] is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with blue and green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees, birds and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, average, clay, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Arctostaphylos columbiana [Mr. Pointy]

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos columbiana [Mr. Pointy]

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer, heat, verticillium wilt and wind
Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

In northern Mason County, on the Southwest corner of the Kitsap Peninsula, are some really interesting forms of A. columbiana, which vary quite a bit from each other. As the name suggests, this one stood out for its exceptionally pointy, lanceolate leaves.

By: The Desert Northwest

Gardening facts about Arctostaphylos columbiana [Mr. Pointy] plant

How to Grow Arctostaphylos columbiana [Mr. Pointy]

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- clay
- acidic
- adaptable
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- wind tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant