Arctostaphylos pajaroensis 'Brett's Beauty'

Also Known As

Brett's Beauty Manzanita

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 4'-6'

planting zones

8a-10b

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Arctostaphylos pajaroensis 'Brett's Beauty' plant details

Arctostaphylos pajaroensis 'Brett's Beauty' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with blue foliage. In spring pink 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 seaside / salt tolerant, verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Arctostaphylos pajaroensis 'Brett's Beauty'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos pajaroensis 'Brett's Beauty'

USDA Zones: 8a - 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

Pajaro Manzanita comes from coastal California in the Santa Cruz and Watsonville area. This recent selection by the highly esteemed UCSC Arboretum features blue-green leaves with deep red new growth on a shrub to 6' tall with equal spread. Like most manzanitas it will appreciate a mostly sunny position with excellent drainage, and little or no summer water. Stay tuned for more information about this exciting new selection. Hardy to at least 10 °F.

By: The Desert Northwest

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Gardening facts about Arctostaphylos pajaroensis 'Brett's Beauty' plant

How to Grow Arctostaphylos pajaroensis 'Brett's Beauty'

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