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Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 3'
  • W: 3'

planting zones

  • 8a-9b

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Arctostaphylos hispidula plant details

Arctostaphylos hispidula is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with blue and green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects, birds and hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Does well in average, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Arctostaphylos hispidula

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 3 FT tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos hispidula

USDA Zones: 8a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: average, lean and well-drained

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Gardening facts about Arctostaphylos hispidula plant

How to Grow Arctostaphylos hispidula

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - low
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • birds
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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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
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Shrub

Zones

7a-10b

Size

Height: 4'-7'

Width: 5'-6'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • occasional - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

7a-10b

Size

Height: 8'-15'

Width: 6'-12'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • occasional - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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Plant Type

Shrub, Groundcover

Zones

4a-9b

Size

Height: 4"-12"

Width: 24"-72"

  • sun - dappled shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
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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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