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Arctostaphylos parryana

Also Known As

  • Parry Manzanita
  • Snow Lodge Manzanita

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 3'-6'
  • W: 6'-9'

planting zones

  • 6a-10b

Arctostaphylos parryana plant details

Arctostaphylos parryana is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring pink and 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 and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Arctostaphylos parryana

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 9 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring
Uses: distinctive bark, long-blooming, native plant, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos parryana

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 and well-drained

Gardening facts about Arctostaphylos parryana plant

How to Grow Arctostaphylos parryana

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • acidic
    • adaptable
    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • hummingbirds
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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