Arctostaphylos canescens ssp. sonomensis

Also Known As

Arctostaphylos canescens var. sonomensis
Sonoma Manzanita

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 2'-4'
W: 3'-5'

planting zones

6a-11

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Arctostaphylos canescens ssp. sonomensis plant details

Arctostaphylos canescens ssp. sonomensis is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with blue foliage. In spring pink and white flowers emerge followed by orange fruit. Attracts bees, birds, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with 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 and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Arctostaphylos canescens ssp. sonomensis

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, distinctive bark, mahogany bark, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos canescens ssp. sonomensis

USDA Zones: 6a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
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

Such lovely gray-green rounded leaves are perfect next to dark stems and clusters of light pink urn flowers; orange berries follow. A good grower, it's endemic to California, semi-coastal and coastal from just north of San Francisco to around Eureka. This evergreen shrub grows 4 ft by 4 ft and requires well-drained soil. Minimum temperature: 0°F

By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

Gardening facts about Arctostaphylos canescens ssp. sonomensis plant

How to Grow Arctostaphylos canescens ssp. sonomensis

Sun Exposure
- 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
- verticillium wilt resistant