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Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Great Lakes'

Also Known As

  • Great Lakes Kinnikinnick

Plant type

shrub, groundcover

size

  • H: 4"-8"
  • W: 36"-120"

planting zones

  • 4a-9a

Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Great Lakes' plant details

Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Great Lakes' is a broadleaf evergreen groundcover shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in acidic, average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Great Lakes'

Plant type: groundcover shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 36 IN - 120 IN - wide, 4 IN - 8 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Great Lakes'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: wind
Soil needs: acidic, average, gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Selected from the shores of the Great Lakes (and hardier than many for that reason) this dense small-leaved Kinnikinnick slowly forms a carpet in areas of good drainage. S/M

Gardening facts about Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Great Lakes' plant

How to Grow Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Great Lakes'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • wind tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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