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    Arctostaphylos uva-ursi x imbricata

    Also Known As

    • Bearberry

    Plant type

    shrub, groundcover

    size

    • H: 8"-12"
    • W: 48"-72"

    planting zones

    • 7a-10b

    Arctostaphylos uva-ursi x imbricata plant details

    Arctostaphylos uva-ursi x imbricata is a broadleaf evergreen groundcover shrub with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees 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 verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Arctostaphylos uva-ursi x imbricata

    Plant type: groundcover shrub
    Plant family: ericaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 48 IN - 72 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
    Flowers: pink blooms in spring

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos uva-ursi x imbricata

    USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
    Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
    Watering frequency: occasional - low
    Resistant to: snail / slug, verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Low growing, mat-forming evergreen shrub displaying large, glossy dark green leaves. Clusters of pink, bell-shaped flowers bloom in early summer. Native plant of the Pacific Northwest. Bearberry can be a suitable groundcover for dry, sandy soils. Best growth occurs in acid soils. Excellent for edging and rock gardens. Zn. 7 (?)

    By: Little Prince of Oregon

    Gardening facts about Arctostaphylos uva-ursi x imbricata plant

    How to Grow Arctostaphylos uva-ursi x imbricata

    • Water Needs

      • occasional - drought tolerant

    • Water Needs

      • dry in summer

    • Soil Needs

      • clay
      • acidic
      • adaptable
      • average
      • lean
      • well-drained
      • rocky
      • gritty

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - dappled shade

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Wildlife

      • bees
      • hummingbirds
      • snail / slug resistant

    • Flower Color

      • pink

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Texture

      • glossy

    • Fruit

      • red

    • Flower Season

      • spring

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