Arctostaphylos x media 'Olympic Spreader' IB567

Plant type

shrub, groundcover

size

H: 6"-12"
W: 36"-60"

planting zones

7a-10a

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Arctostaphylos x media 'Olympic Spreader' IB567 plant details

Arctostaphylos x media 'Olympic Spreader' IB567 is a low-growing broadleaf evergreen groundcover shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees 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 and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Arctostaphylos x media 'Olympic Spreader' IB567

Plant type: groundcover shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 36 IN - 60 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos x media 'Olympic Spreader' IB567

USDA Zones: 7a - 10a
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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Originating from the Dungeness Canyon south of Sequim at about 3,200', this broadly spreading plant was flawless in appearance with deep green leaves having no spots, and a nice dense habit. The thin-textured leaves and low habit suggests that one parent was a very diminutive form of A. uva-ursi sometimes found in this area.

By: The Desert Northwest

Gardening facts about Arctostaphylos x media 'Olympic Spreader' IB567 plant

How to Grow Arctostaphylos x media 'Olympic Spreader' IB567

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
- heat tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant