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Arctostaphylos hispidula 'Smith'

Also Known As

  • Gasquet Manzanita

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 6'
  • W: 6'

planting zones

  • 7b-10b

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Arctostaphylos hispidula 'Smith' plant details

Arctostaphylos hispidula 'Smith' is an evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall and winter pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Arctostaphylos hispidula 'Smith'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos hispidula 'Smith'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A Cistus introduction. Our first and still among the best of this fairly rare species from almost exactly the border of Del Norte Co. CA. and Curry Co. OR.; this clone grows to about 6 feet tall and wide with matte green leaves, chocolate to pumpkin orange bark and pearl flowers anywhere from late September to February. Well drained soil, tolerant of occasional summer irrigation, full to partial sun. Cold hardy to zone 7b.

Gardening facts about Arctostaphylos hispidula 'Smith' plant

How to Grow Arctostaphylos hispidula 'Smith'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • fall
    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

7b-10b

Size

Height: 5'-6'

Width: 5'-8'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • occasional - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

7a-10b

Size

Height: 4'-7'

Width: 5'-6'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • occasional - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

7a-10b

Size

Height: 8'-15'

Width: 6'-12'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • occasional - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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Plant Type

Shrub, Groundcover

Zones

4a-9b

Size

Height: 4"-12"

Width: 24"-72"

  • sun - dappled shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
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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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