Arctostaphylos viscida [December Skies]

Also Known As

Sticky Manzanita
Whiteleaf Manzanita

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-15'
W: 5'-12'

planting zones

4b-10b

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Arctostaphylos viscida [December Skies] plant details

Arctostaphylos viscida [December Skies] is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with blue foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees, birds, butterflies 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 viscida [December Skies]

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 5 FT - 12 FT - wide, 6 FT - 15 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos viscida [December Skies]

USDA Zones: 4b - 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

Now you can have winter in your garden all year round—what more could you ask for? It's the next best thing to Christmas in July! Hardy to -25 °F.

By: The Desert Northwest

Gardening facts about Arctostaphylos viscida [December Skies] plant

How to Grow Arctostaphylos viscida [December Skies]

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