Arctostaphylos densiflora 'White Lanterns'

Also Known As

Arctostaphylos x 'White Lanterns'
White Lanterns Manzanita

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'-5'
W: 5'-7'

planting zones

7b-10b

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Arctostaphylos densiflora 'White Lanterns' plant details

Arctostaphylos densiflora 'White Lanterns' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with 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 - dappled shade 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 and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Arctostaphylos densiflora 'White Lanterns'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 5 FT - 7 FT - wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: distinctive bark, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos densiflora 'White Lanterns'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Zn 7. Compact white flowers tinged pink

By: Little Prince of Oregon

A super floriferous, compact Manzanita, slow growing to 3-4’ high and wide; late winter bloom of pale pink buds opening to white dangling bells almost hides the foliage… fabulous winter nectar source for hungry hummers! Lovely as a specimen, wonderful massed as at all ground cover on a dry slope. This is one of the few Manzanitas that will tolerate an annual shearing to reduce size. Cooper red berries provide bird fodder. Sun, dry, well-drained soil.

By: Secret Garden Growers

This Manzanita comes from Santa Barbara Botanic Garden. The plant gets 3-4' tall and wide. The white flowers appear after pink buds in late winter. Does not need water after plant is established.

By: Gossler Farms

This A. hookeri cross is among the easiest in cultivation growing about 3' to 4' in height and width, densely held small green foliage, contrasting well with dark red stems and masses of white flowers often late Autumn through early Spring, a definite pollinator magnet. Excellent bank cover or spiller, full sun to lightly dappled shade, good drainage though tolerant of heavy soil, able to handle a bit more summer water than others. USDA Zone 7.

By: Cistus Nursery

This vigorous and easily grown manzanita has a distinctive, fine textured look with even smaller pointed green leaves than the other species. In spring it is covered with masses of tiny white bell-shaped flowers. The smooth bark is a rich light brownish-red. It may eventually reach 5' tall and 7' wide. This cultivar has been found to have excellent resistance to leaf spots and diseases, and may be grown in areas with high winter precipitation as well as drier regions. Hardy to 0 - 5 °F.

By: The Desert Northwest

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Gardening facts about Arctostaphylos densiflora 'White Lanterns' plant

How to Grow Arctostaphylos densiflora 'White Lanterns'

Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
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
- verticillium wilt resistant