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Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'San Bruno Mountain'

Also Known As

  • San Bruno Mountain Manzanita

Plant type

shrub, groundcover

size

  • H: 6"-12"
  • W: 48"-72"

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

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Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'San Bruno Mountain' plant details

Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'San Bruno Mountain' is a broadleaf evergreen groundcover shrub with green foliage. In spring pink 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 regular - 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 seaside / salt tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'San Bruno Mountain'

Plant type: groundcover shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 48 IN - 72 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: distinctive bark, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'San Bruno Mountain'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Large glossy leaves and even larger showy berries make this a distinctly different Kinnikinnick. It accepts summer water and is fine in part sun to shade. Evergreen, 1 foot tall x 6 feet in width. Provide well-drained soil. Minimum temperature: 0°F
Aggresive low-growing, dense foliage manzanita with pink flowers in spring and red berries in summer.San Mateo County, coastal.

Gardening facts about Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'San Bruno Mountain' plant

How to Grow Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'San Bruno Mountain'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • acidic
    • adaptable
    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • seaside / salt tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy

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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
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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
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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
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Plant Type

Shrub, Groundcover

Zones

4a-9b

Size

Height: 4"-12"

Width: 24"-72"

  • sun - dappled shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
Photo of Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Massachusetts' foliage, fruit by Briggs Plant Propagators
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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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