Arctostaphylos sp. [Port Townsend Library Mounder]

Also Known As

Manzanita

Plant type

shrub, groundcover

size

H: 12"-18"
W: 24"-36"

planting zones

8a-10b

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Arctostaphylos sp. [Port Townsend Library Mounder] plant details

Arctostaphylos sp. [Port Townsend Library Mounder] is a broadleaf evergreen groundcover shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees, beneficial insects 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 sp. [Port Townsend Library Mounder]

Plant type: groundcover shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos sp. [Port Townsend Library Mounder]

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat, verticillium wilt and wind
Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Another plant from the Port Townsend Library, this one was removed in a landscaping project that involved removing established plantings of interesting species and replacing them with fewer, boring ones. With small green leaves and white flowers, it might seem like this ought to be the same as the Creeper, but it's more moundy, and not as vigorous, so I'll keep them separate for now.

By: The Desert Northwest

Gardening facts about Arctostaphylos sp. [Port Townsend Library Mounder] plant

How to Grow Arctostaphylos sp. [Port Townsend Library Mounder]

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