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Arctostaphylos nevadensis [SBH 9755]

Also Known As

  • Manzanita

Plant type

shrub, groundcover

size

  • H: 6"-12"
  • W: 72"-120"

planting zones

  • 6a-11

Arctostaphylos nevadensis [SBH 9755] plant details

Arctostaphylos nevadensis [SBH 9755] is a broadleaf evergreen groundcover shrub with blue and green foliage. In spring cream and pink flowers emerge followed by green fruit. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, birds, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade 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 nevadensis [SBH 9755]

Plant type: groundcover shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 72 IN - 120 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: cream and pink blooms in spring
Uses: distinctive bark, native plant, rock garden, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos nevadensis [SBH 9755]

USDA Zones: 6a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat, verticillium wilt and wind
Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Gardening facts about Arctostaphylos nevadensis [SBH 9755] plant

How to Grow Arctostaphylos nevadensis [SBH 9755]

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • 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
    • wind tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • cream
    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • birds
    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
  • Fruit

    • green
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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