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Arctostaphylos manzanita [22.0159] [Ishi Pishi Sister]
Plant type
tree, shrub
size
- H: 15'
- W: 15'
planting zones
- 7a-11
Arctostaphylos manzanita [22.0159] [Ishi Pishi Sister] plant details
Arctostaphylos manzanita [22.0159] [Ishi Pishi Sister] is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with green and white foliage. In winter cream flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Arctostaphylos manzanita [22.0159] [Ishi Pishi Sister]
- Plant type: shrub or tree
- Plant family: ericaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green and white
- Mature size: 15 FT wide, 15 FT tall
- Flowers: cream blooms in winter
- Uses: rock garden, xeric, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos manzanita [22.0159] [Ishi Pishi Sister]
- USDA Zones: 7a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: deer, heat
- Soil needs: gritty, rocky and well-drained
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How to Grow Arctostaphylos manzanita [22.0159] [Ishi Pishi Sister]
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- white
- green
Flower Color
- cream
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- winter
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Arctostaphylos for your garden
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
aka Howard McMinn Manzanita
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 4'-7'
Width: 5'-6'
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
aka Arctostaphylos x 'Austin Griffiths', Austin Griffiths Manzanita
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 8'-15'
Width: 6'-12'
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
aka Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Massachusetts', Common Bearberry, Kinnikinick
Plant Type
Shrub, Groundcover
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 4"-12"
Width: 24"-72"
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Wood's Dwarf', Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Wood's Red', Wood's Compact Kinnikinick, Wood's Dwarf Kinnikinnick, Wood's Dwarf Manzanita, Wood's Red Kinnikinnick
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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