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Arctostaphylos morroensis
Also Known As
- Morro Manzanita
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 4'-6'
- W: 6'-10'
planting zones
- 7b-10b
Arctostaphylos morroensis plant details
Arctostaphylos morroensis is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with blue and green foliage. In spring and winter pink and white flowers emerge followed by 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. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Arctostaphylos morroensis
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: ericaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue and green
- Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
- Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring and winter
- Uses: distinctive bark, peeling bark
GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos morroensis
- USDA Zones: 7b - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: seaside / salt and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, gritty, lean and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Cistus Nursery
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By: Stan Shebs
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Gardening facts about Arctostaphylos morroensis plant
How to Grow Arctostaphylos morroensis
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- seaside / salt tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Flower Color
- white
- pink
Wildlife
- birds
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
Fruit
- red
Flower Season
- winter
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
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aka Arctostaphylos densiflora 'Sentinel', Sentinel Manzanita
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
7b-10b
Size
Height: 5'-6'
Width: 5'-8'
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
aka Howard McMinn Manzanita
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 4'-7'
Width: 5'-6'
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
aka Arctostaphylos x 'Austin Griffiths', Austin Griffiths Manzanita
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 8'-15'
Width: 6'-12'
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
aka Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Massachusetts', Common Bearberry, Kinnikinick
Plant Type
Shrub, Groundcover
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 4"-12"
Width: 24"-72"
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Shrub, Groundcover
Zones
4a-10a
Size
Height: 4"-6"
Width: 24"-60"
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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