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    Arctostaphylos insularis

    Also Known As

    • Island Manzanita

    Plant type

    tree, shrub

    size

    • H: 8'-16'
    • W: 6'-12'

    planting zones

    • 8b-10b

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    Arctostaphylos insularis plant details

    Arctostaphylos insularis is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with green foliage. In winter white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees, 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 seaside / salt tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Arctostaphylos insularis

    Plant type: shrub or tree
    Plant family: ericaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 6 FT - 12 FT - wide, 8 FT - 16 FT - tall
    Flowers: white blooms in winter

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos insularis

    USDA Zones: 8b - 10b
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: occasional - low
    Resistant to: seaside / salt and verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Erect and multi-branched reaching 12' tall, though usually smaller in the garden. An unusual species with smooth, ghost-like cinnamon-gray bark and brilliant green leaves. Mid-winter blooms are white. Hardy to 15 °F. Santa Cruz Island.

    By: Native Sons

    Gardening facts about Arctostaphylos insularis plant

    How to Grow Arctostaphylos insularis

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • occasional - 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

      • white

    • Wildlife

      • birds
      • bees
      • butterflies
      • hummingbirds

    • Fruit

      • red

    • Flower Season

      • winter

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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