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Arctostaphylos x coloradoensis 'Panchito'
Also Known As
- Arctostaphylos x coloradensis
- Arctostaphylos x coloradoensis
- Arctostaphylos x coloradoensis [Panchito]
- Mock Bearberry Manzanita
- Panchito Manzanita
Plant type
shrub, groundcover
size
- H: 10"-24"
- W: 36"-60"
planting zones
- 4b-9b
Arctostaphylos x coloradoensis 'Panchito' plant details
Arctostaphylos x coloradoensis 'Panchito' is a broadleaf evergreen groundcover shrub with green foliage. In spring and winter pink flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Arctostaphylos x coloradoensis 'Panchito'
- Plant type: groundcover shrub
- Plant family: ericaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 36 IN - 60 IN - wide, 10 IN - 24 IN - tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in spring and winter
- Uses: tolerates summer planting, winter interest, xeric
GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos x coloradoensis 'Panchito'
- USDA Zones: 4b - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer, heat and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Plant Select®
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How to Grow Arctostaphylos x coloradoensis 'Panchito'
Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
Wildlife
- birds
- bees
- deer resistant
Fruit
- red
Flower Season
- winter
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
7b-10b
Size
Height: 5'-6'
Width: 5'-8'
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
aka Howard McMinn Manzanita
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 4'-7'
Width: 5'-6'
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
aka Arctostaphylos x 'Austin Griffiths', Austin Griffiths Manzanita
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 8'-15'
Width: 6'-12'
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
aka Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Massachusetts', Common Bearberry, Kinnikinick
Plant Type
Shrub, Groundcover
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 4"-12"
Width: 24"-72"
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Shrub, Groundcover
Zones
4a-10a
Size
Height: 4"-6"
Width: 24"-60"
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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