Arctostaphylos nevadensis 'Chipeta'

Also Known As

Pine-mat Manzanita

Plant type

shrub, groundcover

size

H: 12"-24"
W: 60"-180"

planting zones

5a-10a

Arctostaphylos nevadensis 'Chipeta' plant details

Arctostaphylos nevadensis 'Chipeta' is a broadleaf evergreen groundcover shrub with green foliage. In spring pink and white flowers emerge followed by pink and red fruit. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade 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 nevadensis 'Chipeta'

Plant type: groundcover shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 60 IN - 180 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, distinctive bark, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos nevadensis 'Chipeta'

USDA Zones: 5a - 10a
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
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

A subalpine plant native to Colorado, 'Chipeta' is 12-24 inches tall and 5-15 feet wide — a dense low form, dark green small ovate leaves, and pink and white urn-shaped flowers in spring followed by carmine-red berries. A handsome evergreen plant well used as a specimen in a container, massed as a ground cover for erosion control....Xeric.

By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

Gardening facts about Arctostaphylos nevadensis 'Chipeta' plant

How to Grow Arctostaphylos nevadensis 'Chipeta'

Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
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