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Arctostaphylos columbiana x nevadensis 'Ramona'

Also Known As

  • Ramona Manzanita

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 2'
  • W: 6'

planting zones

  • 6a-10a

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Arctostaphylos columbiana x nevadensis 'Ramona' plant details

Arctostaphylos columbiana x nevadensis 'Ramona' is an evergreen shrub with green foliage. In winter white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Arctostaphylos columbiana x nevadensis 'Ramona'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT wide, 2 FT tall
Flowers: white blooms in winter
Uses: distinctive bark, unique, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos columbiana x nevadensis 'Ramona'

USDA Zones: 6a - 10a
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A 2011 Cistus Nursery introduction. This natural hybrid, one of many occurring on the lahars, on the west side of Mt. Hood Oregon, grows to only 18" to 2' in height spreading 5 to 6 feet in time, gracefully weeping if near the edge of... something. Grey-green leaves to only about 1/2 inch, dense but allowing attractive orange bark to show. Pearl colored flowers sometimes as early as December. Full sun to dappled shade in mineral well drained soil. Possible hardiness to USDA zone 6.

Gardening facts about Arctostaphylos columbiana x nevadensis 'Ramona' plant

How to Grow Arctostaphylos columbiana x nevadensis 'Ramona'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - low
  • 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
  • Texture

    • glossy

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Size

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Zones

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Size

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