Arctostaphylos columbiana x nortensis 'Ooops'

Also Known As

Hairy Manzanita

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 4'

planting zones

7a-10a

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Arctostaphylos columbiana x nortensis 'Ooops' plant details

Arctostaphylos columbiana x nortensis 'Ooops' is an evergreen shrub with blue and green foliage. In fall and winter cream flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with sun and 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 columbiana x nortensis 'Ooops'

Plant type: shrub

Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 4 FT wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: cream blooms in fall and winter
Uses: distinctive bark, unique, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos columbiana x nortensis 'Ooops'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A Cistus introduction. Our collection from the west slopes of southern Oregon's Vulcan Peak. A rounded shrub to only 4 to 6 feet with densely held silvery-blue leaves lightly covered with a silky fur. Early to late winter single or one branched pearl colored flowers attracting a myriad of native pollinators. Beautiful cinnamon colored bark as well. This was growing in the bottom of a water collecting arroyo not exhibiting any disease in habitat or in cultivation. USDA zone 7, keep dry in summer.