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Arctostaphylos nummularia [Select Form]

Also Known As

  • Fort Bragg Manzanita
  • Glossyleaf Manzanita

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 3'-4'

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

Arctostaphylos nummularia [Select Form] plant details

Arctostaphylos nummularia [Select Form] is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and winter pink and white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Features glossy texture. 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 nummularia [Select Form]

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring and winter
Uses: distinctive bark, native plant, unique, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos nummularia [Select Form]

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An unusual selection of an unusual species, this handsome Arctostaphylos is compact, to only 2-3 ft tall and up to 4 ft wide, with rounded, shiny leaves - evergreen, of course -- and those striking red stems. Spring flowers are white in small clusters. Accepts occasional summer water in bright light to a bit of shade with well-drained, lean soil. Does well in coastal conditions. Frost hardy to 10F, USDA zone 8.

Gardening facts about Arctostaphylos nummularia [Select Form] plant

How to Grow Arctostaphylos nummularia [Select Form]

  • 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
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • birds
    • bees
    • hummingbirds
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • winter
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy

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aka Arctostaphylos densiflora 'Sentinel', Sentinel Manzanita

Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

7b-10b

Size

Height: 5'-6'

Width: 5'-8'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • occasional - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
Photo of Arctostaphylos x densiflora 'Sentinel' flower, foliage by Dancing Oaks Nursery
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aka Howard McMinn Manzanita

Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

7a-10b

Size

Height: 4'-7'

Width: 5'-6'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • occasional - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
Photo of Arctostaphylos x densiflora 'Howard McMinn' by Debbie Ballentine
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aka Arctostaphylos x 'Austin Griffiths', Austin Griffiths Manzanita

Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

7a-10b

Size

Height: 8'-15'

Width: 6'-12'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • occasional - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
Photo of Arctostaphylos 'Austin Griffiths' flower, foliage by Paul Furman, Bay Natives
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aka Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Massachusetts', Common Bearberry, Kinnikinick

Plant Type

Shrub, Groundcover

Zones

4a-9b

Size

Height: 4"-12"

Width: 24"-72"

  • sun - dappled shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
Photo of Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Massachusetts' foliage, fruit by Briggs Plant Propagators
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aka Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Wood's Dwarf', Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Wood's Red', Wood's Compact Kinnikinick, Wood's Dwarf Kinnikinnick, Wood's Dwarf Manzanita, Wood's Red Kinnikinnick

Plant Type

Shrub, Groundcover

Zones

4a-10a

Size

Height: 4"-6"

Width: 24"-60"

  • sun - dappled shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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