Arctostaphylos 'Siskiyou Pink'

Also Known As

Siskiyou Pink Manzanita

Plant type

shrub

size

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

planting zones

6a-10b

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Arctostaphylos 'Siskiyou Pink' plant details

Arctostaphylos 'Siskiyou Pink' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and winter pink 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 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 'Siskiyou Pink'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring and winter
Uses: distinctive bark, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos 'Siskiyou Pink'

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

Clusters of the pinkest urn-shaped flowers bloom in late winter against gray-green oval leaves. Oregon native; very cold-tolerant, drought-tolerant, deer-resistant, evergreen...what more could one want? Oh, burgundy-red trunk and branches, little to no winter spotting, compact rounded shape - one excellent plant! 6'x6' Minimum temperature: 0°F

By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

Gardening facts about Arctostaphylos 'Siskiyou Pink' plant

How to Grow Arctostaphylos 'Siskiyou Pink'

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