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Arctostaphylos patula
Also Known As
- Greenleaf Manzanita
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 3'-7'
- W: 3'-7'
planting zones
- 4a-10b
Arctostaphylos patula plant details
Arctostaphylos patula is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and winter pink flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees, birds and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun 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 patula
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: ericaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 3 FT - 7 FT - wide, 3 FT - 7 FT - tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in spring and winter
- Uses: native plant, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos patula
- USDA Zones: 4a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- 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
By: Forestfarm
Garden photo gallery of Arctostaphylos patula
By: Walter Siegmund
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Gardening facts about Arctostaphylos patula plant
How to Grow Arctostaphylos patula
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
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
- wind tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
Wildlife
- birds
- bees
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
Fruit
- red
Flower Season
- spring
- winter
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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aka Manzanita
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
7b-10b
Size
Height: 5'-8'
Width: 4'-8'
- sun - dappled shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
aka Big Bear Kinnikinnick
Plant Type
Shrub, Groundcover
Zones
2a-8b
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 36"-72"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
aka Arctostaphylos nummularia 'hybrid', Glossy-Leaved Manzanita
Plant Type
Shrub, Groundcover
Zones
7b-10b
Size
Height: 1'-2'
Width: 2'-4'
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
aka Great Lakes Kinnikinnick
Plant Type
Shrub, Groundcover
Zones
4a-9a
Size
Height: 4"-8"
Width: 36"-120"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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