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Arctostaphylos columbiana [Pistol River, OR]

Also Known As

  • Hairy Manzanita

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 6'-8'
  • W: 8'-10'

planting zones

  • 7b-10b

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Arctostaphylos columbiana [Pistol River, OR] plant details

Arctostaphylos columbiana [Pistol River, OR] 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, seaside / salt tolerant, verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Arctostaphylos columbiana [Pistol River, OR]

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos columbiana [Pistol River, OR]

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A collection from Pistol River, Oregon, right on the coast. I have yet to evaluate its garden potential. Not likely to be the best for cold climates.

Gardening facts about Arctostaphylos columbiana [Pistol River, OR] plant

How to Grow Arctostaphylos columbiana [Pistol River, OR]

  • 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
    • seaside / salt tolerant
    • wind tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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