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    • Photo of Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Big Bear' flower, foliage by Forestfarm

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    Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Big Bear'

    Also Known As

    • Big Bear Kinnikinnick

    Plant type

    shrub, groundcover

    size

    • H: 6"-12"
    • W: 36"-72"

    planting zones

    • 2a-8b

    Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Big Bear' plant details

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

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Big Bear'

    Plant type: groundcover shrub
    Plant family: ericaceae
    Foliage: evergreen burgundy and green
    Mature size: 36 IN - 72 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
    Flowers: white blooms in spring and winter
    Uses: winter interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Big Bear'

    USDA Zones: 2a - 8b
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: occasional - low
    Resistant to: erosion and wind
    Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Vigorous ground cover with shiny, dark-green leaves (larger than most forms) and large red berries; may have reddish winter color. S/M-D/GDr

    By: Forestfarm

    Gardening facts about Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Big Bear' plant

    How to Grow Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Big Bear'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • occasional - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained
      • rocky
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • erosion control
      • wind tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green
      • burgundy

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Wildlife

      • birds
      • bees

    • Fruit

      • red

    • Flower Season

      • winter
      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • glossy

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