Arctostaphylos x media [Dewatto Road]

Also Known As

Manzanita

Plant type

shrub, groundcover

size

H: 1'-2'
W: 4'-8'

planting zones

5b-10b

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Arctostaphylos x media [Dewatto Road] plant details

Arctostaphylos x media [Dewatto Road] is a broadleaf evergreen groundcover 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 - bright 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, verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Arctostaphylos x media [Dewatto Road]

Plant type: groundcover shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 4 FT - 8 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos x media [Dewatto Road]

USDA Zones: 5b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
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 from northern Mason County is vigorous and spreading with quite large leaves. The parent plant had a rather open habit of growth. It needs more testing before I can really say much about its habit or value in the garden. -10 to -20 °F.

By: The Desert Northwest

Gardening facts about Arctostaphylos x media [Dewatto Road] plant

How to Grow Arctostaphylos x media [Dewatto Road]

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