Arctostaphylos pajaroensis 'Myrtle Wolf'

Also Known As

Myrtle Wolf Manzanita
Pajaro Manzanita

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-10'
W: 6'-10'

planting zones

7b-10b

Arctostaphylos pajaroensis 'Myrtle Wolf' plant details

Arctostaphylos pajaroensis 'Myrtle Wolf' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with blue and green foliage. In winter pink flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Features glaucous texture. 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. 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 pajaroensis 'Myrtle Wolf'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in winter
Uses: distinctive bark, peeling bark, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos pajaroensis 'Myrtle Wolf'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

One of the most beautiful in form and flower of many seen over the years: a broadleaf evergreen shrub (as all Manzanitas), erect, often 3 ft or more tall, but known to reach over 13 ft where it is especially well-suited. New leaves emerge flaming red-orange and chartreuse, then become blue-grey when mature. Clusters of pink urn-shaped flowers appear in January and will persist for a month or more. Native to California's Central Coast, South San Francisco Bay Area (Pajaro Hills)—a Chaparral plant.