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    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

    Gardening facts about Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Vancouver Jade' plant

    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

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • pink

    • Wildlife

      • birds
      • bees
      • hummingbirds

    • Fruit

      • red

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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    Arctostaphylos x densiflora 'Sentinel'

    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
    Photo of Arctostaphylos x densiflora 'Sentinel' flower, foliage by Dancing Oaks Nursery
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    Arctostaphylos x densiflora 'Howard McMinn'

    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
    Photo of Arctostaphylos x densiflora 'Howard McMinn' by Debbie Ballentine
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    Arctostaphylos 'Austin Griffiths'

    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
    Photo of Arctostaphylos 'Austin Griffiths' flower, foliage by Paul Furman, Bay Natives
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    Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Massachusetts'

    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
    Photo of Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Massachusetts' foliage, fruit by Briggs Plant Propagators
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    Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Wood's Compact'

    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
    Photo of Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Wood's Compact' foliage, form by plant lust
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