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Also Known As

Manzanita

Plant type

shrub, groundcover

size

H: 6"-12"
W: 48"-72"

planting zones

6a-10b

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Arctostaphylos x media plant details

Arctostaphylos x media is a broadleaf evergreen groundcover shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees 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 verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Arctostaphylos x media

Plant type: groundcover shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 48 IN - 72 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos x media

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt and wind
Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Low shrub to 1' x 5', white flowers. Unique hybrid of two native species. This name is given to the natural hybrids of A. uva-ursi and A. columbiana, which are found in various scattered locations around western Washington (and, less commonly, British Columbia, Oregon, and California) frequently in places where its two parent species are growing in proximity. Many variants of this hybrid exist, some looking more like A. columbiana and others looking more like A. uva-ursi. Although the latter species is widespread, this hybrid remains rare in cultivation. Hardiness for these should be in the -10 to -20 °F range.

By: The Desert Northwest

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Gardening facts about Arctostaphylos x media plant

How to Grow Arctostaphylos x media

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
- wind tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant