Arctostaphylos patula x columbiana [IB585]

Also Known As

Manzanita

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 3'-4'
W: 4'-6'

planting zones

6a-10b

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Arctostaphylos patula x columbiana [IB585] plant details

Arctostaphylos patula x columbiana [IB585] is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees, birds 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 patula x columbiana [IB585]

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: compact, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos patula x columbiana [IB585]

USDA Zones: 6a - 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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

We think it is exciting to find our two very hardy, northwest native manzanitas coming together to form hybrid swarms in the wild. Many of the resulting plants are very attractive (in form, foliage and fruit), and easier to grow than both parents, making them highly desirable. This plant from Hood River County, Oregon has a tight compact habit (to perhaps 4' tall, 6' wide) and an exceptionally profuse display of fruit. The blue-green leaves look perfectly intermediate between the two parent species.

By: The Desert Northwest

Gardening facts about Arctostaphylos patula x columbiana [IB585] plant

How to Grow Arctostaphylos patula x columbiana [IB585]

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