Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Microphylla'

Also Known As

Bearberry
Kinnikinnick
Pinemat Manzanita

Plant type

shrub, groundcover

size

H: 4"-12"
W: 24"-72"

planting zones

5a-10a

Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Microphylla' plant details

Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Microphylla' is a broadleaf evergreen groundcover shrub with green foliage. In spring 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. 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 for erosion control and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Microphylla'

Plant type: groundcover shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 24 IN - 72 IN - wide, 4 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: bonsai, container plant, rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Microphylla'

USDA Zones: 5a - 10a
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: erosion and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Kinnikinnick is one of our most useful native groundcovers; over the vast area in which it grows it has developed many wonderful forms, including this delightful, tiny-leaved one. S/M-D/GDr

By: Forestfarm

Garden photo gallery of Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Microphylla'

By: Forestfarm

By: Forestfarm

Gardening facts about Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Microphylla' plant

How to Grow Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Microphylla'

Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- clay
- acidic
- adaptable
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- erosion control
- verticillium wilt resistant