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Arctostaphylos manzanita 'Blue Tip' (Thick Leaf)

Also Known As

  • Blue Tip Thick Leaf Manzanita 

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 6'-8'
  • W: 6'

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

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Arctostaphylos manzanita 'Blue Tip' (Thick Leaf) plant details

Arctostaphylos manzanita 'Blue Tip' (Thick Leaf) is an evergreen shrub with blue foliage. In winter white flowers emerge. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Arctostaphylos manzanita 'Blue Tip' (Thick Leaf)

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 6 FT wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in winter
Uses: compact, distinctive bark, unique, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos manzanita 'Blue Tip' (Thick Leaf)

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A Cistus introduction. A very pretty blue-leaved manzanita from Northern Lake County, California, to about 6-8' with a compact shape, and thick, light blue leaves contrasting well with orange-red stems and bark. One of our earlier flowering selections, this one is often showing small chains of large white flowers early to mid December. Easy in cultivation given mineral soil and bright light, tolerating an occasional summer watering if needed. Frost hardy to USDA zone 7.

Gardening facts about Arctostaphylos manzanita 'Blue Tip' (Thick Leaf) plant

How to Grow Arctostaphylos manzanita 'Blue Tip' (Thick Leaf)

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • low - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 5'-8'

  • sun - mostly sun
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Zones

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Size

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Shrub

Zones

7a-10b

Size

Height: 8'-15'

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  • occasional - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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Zones

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Size

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Width: 24"-72"

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

Height: 4"-6"

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  • regular - drought tolerant
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