Arctostaphylos glandulosa 'Cave's Pink'

Arctostaphylos glandulosa 'Cave's Pink' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with blue foliage. In spring and winter apricot and pink flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Features glaucous texture. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, birds, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly 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, verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Arctostaphylos glandulosa 'Cave's Pink'

Plant type: shrub

Plant family: ericaceae

Foliage: evergreen blue

Mature size: 2 FT - 6 FT - wide, 2 FT - 6 FT - tall

Flowers: apricot and pink blooms in spring and winter

Uses: native plant, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos glandulosa 'Cave's Pink'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b

Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun

Watering frequency: occasional - low

Resistant to: heat, verticillium wilt and wind

Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained