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Arctostaphylos hispidula [SBH 10176]

Also Known As

  • Hispidula Manzanita

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

Arctostaphylos hispidula [SBH 10176] plant details

Arctostaphylos hispidula [SBH 10176] 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, beneficial insects, 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 hispidula [SBH 10176]

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring and winter
Uses: border plant, rock garden, xeric, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos hispidula [SBH 10176]

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer, heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

3' very compact

Gardening facts about Arctostaphylos hispidula [SBH 10176] plant

How to Grow Arctostaphylos hispidula [SBH 10176]

  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • acidic
    • adaptable
    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun

Features

  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • birds
    • bees
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • pink
  • Flower Season

    • winter
    • spring
  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Fruit

    • red
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