Manzanita
Arctostaphylos Spp.
Overview
Manzanita (Arctostaphylos spp.) is a captivating evergreen shrub known for its distinct, smooth red bark and leathery green foliage. Boasting bell-shaped flowers and spherical berries, it thrives in well-drained soils with full sun exposure. Mature sizes vary by species, with heights ranging from 1 to 20 feet and spreads up to 12 feet. Manzanita is drought-tolerant, making it an ideal choice for water-efficient landscapes in USDA zones 8-11.
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half
- Water
- Low
- USDA zones
- 7–10
Shape & size
- Mature height
- 0.5–25 Ft.
- Mature width
- 1–15 Ft.
Classification
- Type
- Shrub
- Family
- Ericaceae
- Climate
- Mediterranean
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