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Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Green Bay'
Also Known As
- Kinnikinnick
Plant type
shrub, groundcover
size
- H: 4"-6"
- W: 24"-48"
planting zones
- 7a-10b
Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Green Bay' plant details
Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Green Bay' is a broadleaf evergreen groundcover shrub with green foliage. In spring and winter white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees and butterflies 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 verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Green Bay'
- Plant type: groundcover shrub
- Plant family: ericaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 24 IN - 48 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring and winter
- Uses: distinctive bark, xeric, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Green Bay'
- USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained
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How to Grow Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Green Bay'
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
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
Fruit
- red
Flower Season
- winter
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 3'-4'
Width: 4'-6'
- sun - dappled shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Shrub, Groundcover
Zones
2a-8b
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 36"-72"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Shrub, Groundcover
Zones
7b-10b
Size
Height: 1'-2'
Width: 2'-4'
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
7b-10b
Size
Height: 5'-8'
Width: 4'-8'
- sun - dappled shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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