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Arctostaphylos 'Vista Blue'

Also Known As

  • Arctostaphylos columbiana x nevadensis 'Vista Blue'
  • Vista Blue Manzanita

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 1'-3'
  • W: 4'-8'

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

Arctostaphylos 'Vista Blue' plant details

Arctostaphylos 'Vista Blue' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with blue and green foliage. In spring 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 'Vista Blue'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 4 FT - 8 FT - wide, 1 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: distinctive bark, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos 'Vista Blue'

USDA Zones: 7a - 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

Gardening facts about Arctostaphylos 'Vista Blue' plant

How to Grow Arctostaphylos 'Vista Blue'

  • 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

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • birds
    • bees
    • hummingbirds
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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