Arctostaphylos sp. [SBH 9864]
Plant type
shrub
size
planting zones
- 8a-10a
Arctostaphylos sp. [SBH 9864] plant details
Arctostaphylos sp. [SBH 9864] is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with blue and green foliage. In spring pink and white flowers emerge followed by orange and 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. Does well in acidic, average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Arctostaphylos sp. [SBH 9864]
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: ericaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue and green
- Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring
- Uses: xeric, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos sp. [SBH 9864]
- USDA Zones: 8a - 10a
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: acidic, average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained
Gardening facts about Arctostaphylos sp. [SBH 9864] plant
How to Grow Arctostaphylos sp. [SBH 9864]
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- acidic
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Flower Color
- white
- pink
Wildlife
- birds
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
Fruit
- red
- orange
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Plant Type
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Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 3'-4'
Width: 4'-6'
- sun - dappled shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Zones
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Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 36"-72"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 1'-2'
Width: 2'-4'
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 36"-120"
- sun - mostly sun
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