Arctostaphylos uva-ursi [Blue Mountain]

Also Known As

Bearberry
Kinnikinnick

Plant type

shrub, groundcover

size

H: 4"-6"
W: 24"-60"

planting zones

7b-10b

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Arctostaphylos uva-ursi [Blue Mountain] plant details

Arctostaphylos uva-ursi [Blue Mountain] is a broadleaf evergreen groundcover shrub with green 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 heat tolerant, verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Arctostaphylos uva-ursi [Blue Mountain]

Plant type: groundcover shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 24 IN - 60 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos uva-ursi [Blue Mountain]

USDA Zones: 7b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled 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

From the exceptionally high altitude (for being this far north) of 5,600' on the rainshadow side of the Olympic Mountains. Brought into cultivation it has surprisingly larger leaves than most forms of this species, which is kind of interesting.

By: The Desert Northwest

Gardening facts about Arctostaphylos uva-ursi [Blue Mountain] plant

How to Grow Arctostaphylos uva-ursi [Blue Mountain]

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
- heat tolerant
- wind tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant