Arctostaphylos columbiana [round-leaf form]

Also Known As

Hairy Manzanita

Plant type

shrub

size

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

planting zones

7a-10b

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Arctostaphylos columbiana [round-leaf form] plant details

Arctostaphylos columbiana [round-leaf form] is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with blue foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Features glaucous texture. 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 [round-leaf form]

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
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 [round-leaf form]

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

This form comes from a cultivated plant, and may perhaps already have another name. It is excellent overall, with rounded leaves, lots of flowers, a dense habit, good blue-grey color, and it's rather vigorous.

By: The Desert Northwest

Gardening facts about Arctostaphylos columbiana [round-leaf form] plant

How to Grow Arctostaphylos columbiana [round-leaf form]

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