Little Sur Manzanita

Arctostaphylos Edmundsii

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Overview

The Little Sur Manzanita, or Arctostaphylos edmundsii, is a low-growing evergreen shrub, native to California. It reaches 1-2 feet in height and spreads 6-10 feet wide. With its dense foliage and rust-colored bark, it adds year-round interest. Small, bell-shaped pale pink flowers bloom in winter-spring, attracting pollinators. Prefers full sun, well-draining soil, and is drought-tolerant once established, making it an excellent choice for water-wise landscapes.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, Very LowZones 11–11Climate Mediterranean

Little Sur Manzanita (Arctostaphylos Edmundsii) — The Little Sur Manzanita, or Arctostaphylos edmundsii, is a low-growing evergreen shrub, native to California

Little Sur Manzanita (Arctostaphylos Edmundsii) — its form being low and mounding

Little Sur Manzanita (Arctostaphylos Edmundsii) — This species typically reaches a modest height of 1 to 2 feet and spreads gracefully up to 6 feet

Little Sur Manzanita (Arctostaphylos Edmundsii) — is an evergreen shrub renowned for its sophisticated aesthetic and drought tolerance

Little Sur Manzanita (Arctostaphylos Edmundsii) — The Little Sur Manzanita, or Arctostaphylos edmundsii, is a low-growing evergreen shrub, native to California

Little Sur Manzanita (Arctostaphylos Edmundsii) — It reaches 1-2 feet in height and spreads 6-10 feet wide

Little Sur Manzanita (Arctostaphylos Edmundsii) — With its dense foliage and rust-colored bark, it adds year-round interest

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Low, Very Low
USDA zones: 11–11

Shape & size

Mature height: 0.5–4 Ft.
Mature width: 3–12 Ft.

Classification

Family: Ericaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Little Sur Manzanita (Arctostaphylos Edmundsii) — making it an excellent choice for water-wise landscapes

Little Sur Manzanita (Arctostaphylos Edmundsii) — its form being low and mounding

Little Sur Manzanita (Arctostaphylos Edmundsii) — This species typically reaches a modest height of 1 to 2 feet and spreads gracefully up to 6 feet

Little Sur Manzanita (Arctostaphylos Edmundsii) — is an evergreen shrub renowned for its sophisticated aesthetic and drought tolerance

Little Sur Manzanita (Arctostaphylos Edmundsii) — The Little Sur Manzanita, or Arctostaphylos edmundsii, is a low-growing evergreen shrub, native to California

Little Sur Manzanita (Arctostaphylos Edmundsii) — It reaches 1-2 feet in height and spreads 6-10 feet wide

Little Sur Manzanita (Arctostaphylos Edmundsii) — With its dense foliage and rust-colored bark, it adds year-round interest

Little Sur Manzanita (Arctostaphylos Edmundsii) — Small, bell-shaped pale pink flowers bloom in winter-spring, attracting pollinators

Little Sur Manzanita (Arctostaphylos Edmundsii) — and is drought-tolerant once established

Little Sur Manzanita (Arctostaphylos Edmundsii) — commonly referred to as the Little Sur Manzanita

Little Sur Manzanita (Arctostaphylos Edmundsii) — leathery leaves that shade from a deep

Little Sur Manzanita (Arctostaphylos Edmundsii) — In late winter to early spring

Little Sur Manzanita (Arctostaphylos Edmundsii) — the shrub produces delicate clusters of white to pale pink flowers

Little Sur Manzanita (Arctostaphylos Edmundsii) — each about 0.2 to 0.4 inches in diameter

Little Sur Manzanita (Arctostaphylos Edmundsii) — Arctostaphylos edmundsii thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soils

Little Sur Manzanita (Arctostaphylos Edmundsii) — It is an excellent choice for coastal settings and tolerant of salty sea air

Little Sur Manzanita (Arctostaphylos Edmundsii) — making it a versatile addition to many landscape designs

Little Sur Manzanita (Arctostaphylos Edmundsii) — When designing a garden with this plant

Little Sur Manzanita (Arctostaphylos Edmundsii) — ensure to provide enough space for its spread and consider its watering needs

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