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Arctostaphylos edmundsii 'Big Sur'

Also Known As

  • Big Sur Manzanita

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 3'-5'
  • W: 3'-5'

planting zones

  • 7a-11

Arctostaphylos edmundsii 'Big Sur' plant details

Arctostaphylos edmundsii 'Big Sur' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and winter pink flowers emerge followed by orange fruit. Attracts bees, birds and hummingbirds 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 seaside / salt tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Arctostaphylos edmundsii 'Big Sur'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring and winter

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos edmundsii 'Big Sur'

USDA Zones: 7a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: snail / slug, seaside / salt and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Zn 7. Clean green foliage. Dark red bark

Gardening facts about Arctostaphylos edmundsii 'Big Sur' plant

How to Grow Arctostaphylos edmundsii 'Big Sur'

  • 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

    • seaside / salt tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
    • hummingbirds
    • snail / slug resistant
  • Fruit

    • orange
  • Flower Season

    • winter
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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