Arctostaphylos manzanita var. roofii
Also Known As
- Manzanita
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 6'-12'
- W: 6'-12'
planting zones
- 8a-10b
Arctostaphylos manzanita var. roofii plant details
Arctostaphylos manzanita var. roofii is an evergreen shrub with green foliage. In winter white flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. 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 var. roofii
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: ericaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 6 FT - 12 FT - wide, 6 FT - 12 FT - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in winter
- Uses: distinctive bark, unique, xeric, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos manzanita var. roofii
- USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: well-drained
Gardening facts about Arctostaphylos manzanita var. roofii plant
How to Grow Arctostaphylos manzanita var. roofii
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - low
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- winter
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
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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
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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