Arctostaphylos x media [Port Angeles]

Also Known As

Manzanita

Plant type

shrub, groundcover

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 6'-8'

planting zones

6a-10b

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Arctostaphylos x media [Port Angeles] plant details

Arctostaphylos x media [Port Angeles] is a broadleaf evergreen groundcover shrub with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge followed by pink 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 seaside / salt tolerant, verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Arctostaphylos x media [Port Angeles]

Plant type: groundcover shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos x media [Port Angeles]

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An excellent, very vigorous form, reaching about 3' tall and 8' wide, with deep green leaves and plenty of pink flowers and fruit. I'm not certain, but I have reason to suspect this was selected from wild plants growing on the north Olympic Peninsula. I, um, “procured” cuttings of it from a planting on the Port Angeles waterfront. -10 to -20 °F.

By: The Desert Northwest

Gardening facts about Arctostaphylos x media [Port Angeles] plant

How to Grow Arctostaphylos x media [Port Angeles]

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