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    Arctostaphylos 'Emerald Carpet'

    Also Known As

    • Emerald Carpet Manzanita

    Plant type

    shrub, groundcover

    size

    • H: 10"-18"
    • W: 36"-72"

    planting zones

    • 7a-10b

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    Arctostaphylos 'Emerald Carpet' plant details

    Arctostaphylos 'Emerald Carpet' is a low-growing broadleaf evergreen groundcover shrub with green foliage. In spring pink and white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees, birds and butterflies 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 and verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Arctostaphylos 'Emerald Carpet'

    Plant type: groundcover shrub
    Plant family: ericaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 36 IN - 72 IN - wide, 10 IN - 18 IN - tall
    Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring
    Uses: native plant, peeling bark, year round interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos 'Emerald Carpet'

    USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
    Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
    Watering frequency: occasional - low
    Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Dense and deep-green is the impression this low growing groundcover (to 6-12" high with a 3-6' spread) gives with the added bonus of small pink flowers in spring; this variety will tolerate shade better than some. S-PSh/M-D

    By: Forestfarm

    Zn 5. Spade tipped leaves. Red stems.

    By: Little Prince of Oregon

    A Rancho Santa Ana introduction, this hybrid groundcover manzinita is much more durable on the west coast than the A. uva-ursi cultivars. A foot or so high by 4-6 feet wide. Full sun or part shade. Water every 3 weeks or so for best growth. Bronzed red foliage in winter; pink flowers in spring. Cold hardy to 0 to 10F, USDA zone 7.

    By: Cistus Nursery

    A brilliant green carpet arctostaphylos -- dense, with numerous white flowers and an edible, and even tasty berry. 1' tall x 4-6' wide. Tolerates poor and sandy soil and appreciates well-draining soil. If you have clay, amend the soil, and/or plant it on a bank. Evergreen.

    By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

    Is a ground cover Manzanita for sunny areas. The deep green foliage is a good back drop for the pink flower in early spring.

    By: Gossler Farms

    A low growing, slightly mounding plant with glossy, small, deep green leaves and white flowers. It might be the same as Arctostaphylos x 'Emerald Carpet', a hybrid of A. uva-ursi and A. nummularifolia; however, it's mounding up a little more than 'Emerald Carpet' is supposed to, so I can't be certain. Whatever it is, it's very easy to please and seems to be very much at home in our climate.

    By: The Desert Northwest

    This popular Manzanita, 'Emerald Carpet' is valued for its dense, deep green foliage and rapid spreading growth, up to two feet a year. It will grow to about 1' tall and 6' wide. Not a plant for heavy clay, it does well in most other soil types. A hybrid of two coastal species, a little summer water is necessary away from the coast. An excellent choice for a fresh green appearance throughout the year. Cultivars such as this are horticultural selections and hybrids, not part of the native ecology but work beautifully in the garden. Bees and butterflies love the dense clusters of flowers and birds enjoy the small fruits. ?Emerald Carpet? manzanita is a natural hybrid of A. uva-ursi x. A. nummularaia, collected on the coast in Haven?s Neck, Mendocino County by Percy Everett and introduced by Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden in 1974.

    By: The Watershed Nursery

    Tough and dense, this evergreen groundcover forms tight mounds to 2'. Best with full sun near the coast and partial shade inland. Better used in acidic soils, as chlorosis is pronounced in alkaline situations. Retains a fresh green appearance throughout the summer. White flowers form in small clusters. Best with summer irrigation. Hardy 0-10 F.?Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden?introduction.

    By: Native Sons

    This glorious green love child of A. uva-ursi & A. nummularia was first introduced to the world by Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden. It's an outstanding CA native option if you're thinking about ditching the lawn, or have a wide open space you want to fill with something easy & pretty. 'Emerald Carpet' grows to 1' high & 6-10' wide & is densely covered with deep green, glossy leaves on pretty mahogany stems. Bonus points for exfoliating bark. Mid-Winter through Spring, delightful little white bells abound, followed by red fruits that are reportedly tasty. Water wise it's tough, but an occasional good soaking every few weeks in Summer will keep it looking its best (especially inland). Not a fan of extreme heat, part shade is best in hot spots. Well drained soil is best.

    By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

    Very compact hybrid manzanita, dense with small glossy deep green leaves that nearly hide the attractive cinnamon red stems with exfoliating bark. Small white flowers in mid-winter.

    By: Cactus Jungle

    Gardening facts about Arctostaphylos 'Emerald Carpet' plant

    How to Grow Arctostaphylos 'Emerald Carpet'

    • 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
      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white
      • pink

    • Wildlife

      • birds
      • bees
      • butterflies

    • Fruit

      • red

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • glossy

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