Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Vancouver Jade'

Also Known As

Vancouver Jade Bearberry
Vancouver Jade Kinnikinick

Plant type

shrub, groundcover

size

H: 6"-12"
W: 24"-48"

planting zones

2a-9b

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Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Vancouver Jade' plant details

Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Vancouver Jade' is a broadleaf evergreen groundcover shrub with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees, birds and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, average, gritty, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant, verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Vancouver Jade'

Plant type: groundcover shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 24 IN - 48 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Vancouver Jade'

USDA Zones: 2a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: seaside / salt, verticillium wilt and wind
Soil needs: acidic, average, gritty, lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Lush jade-green foliage on red stems makes a wonderful groundcover (to 15") background for clusters of pink bell-flowers in spring and small bright-red fruits in fall. S/M-D/GDr

By: Forestfarm

Zn 2. Jade green foliage on red stems.

By: Little Prince of Oregon

A superior new selection resulting from years of research by the University of British Columbia. Beautiful glossy green leaves make a fast-growing, solid ground cover to 6" with flushed pink blossoms, then red berries in late summer and fall, adding year round interest. More arching than other Kinnikinicks.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

The rugged disposition for which bearberries are famous, plus soft pink flowers in midspring and foliage that takes on a deep red color in winter.

By: Briggs Plant Propagators

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How to Grow Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Vancouver Jade'

Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- acidic
- adaptable
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- seaside / salt tolerant
- wind tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant