Arctostaphylos mewukka [SBH 9707]

Arctostaphylos mewukka [SBH 9707] is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with blue and green foliage. In spring cream and pink flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Features glaucous texture. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, birds and butterflies 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. Does well in acidic, average, clay, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Arctostaphylos mewukka [SBH 9707]

Plant type: shrub

Plant family: ericaceae

Foliage: evergreen blue and green

Mature size: 3 FT - 8 FT - wide, 3 FT - 8 FT - tall

Flowers: cream and pink blooms in spring

Uses: desert garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos mewukka [SBH 9707]

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b

Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun

Watering frequency: occasional - low

Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt

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