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Bearberry

Arctostaphylos Uva-Ursi

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Overview

Bearberry (Arctostaphylos uva-ursi), an evergreen groundcover, thrives in USDA zones 2-6. It features leathery leaves and bell-shaped flowers. Post-spring blooms turn to red berries, attracting wildlife. The plant spreads 3-6 feet, reaches 6-12 inches high, and enjoys full sun to partial shade with well-drained, acidic soil. It's drought-tolerant once established, ideal for erosion control and low-maintenance areas. Notable for vibrant fall color and winter interest.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 3–10Climate Temperate
Bearberry (Arctostaphylos Uva-Ursi) — Bearberry (Arctostaphylos uva-ursi), an evergreen groundcover, thrives in USDA zones 2-6
Bearberry (Arctostaphylos Uva-Ursi) — It features leathery leaves and bell-shaped flowersBearberry (Arctostaphylos Uva-Ursi) — Post-spring blooms turn to red berries, attracting wildlifeBearberry (Arctostaphylos Uva-Ursi) — The plant spreads 3-6 feetBearberry (Arctostaphylos Uva-Ursi) — and enjoys full sun to partial shade with well-drainedBearberry (Arctostaphylos Uva-Ursi) — It's drought-tolerant once established, ideal for erosion control and low-maintenance areas

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
USDA zones
3–10

Shape & size

Mature width
4–8 Ft.

Classification

Family
Ericaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Bearberry (Arctostaphylos Uva-Ursi) — Bearberry (Arctostaphylos uva-ursi), an evergreen groundcover, thrives in USDA zones 2-6
Bearberry (Arctostaphylos Uva-Ursi) — It features leathery leaves and bell-shaped flowers
Bearberry (Arctostaphylos Uva-Ursi) — Post-spring blooms turn to red berries, attracting wildlife
Bearberry (Arctostaphylos Uva-Ursi) — The plant spreads 3-6 feet
Bearberry (Arctostaphylos Uva-Ursi) — and enjoys full sun to partial shade with well-drained
Bearberry (Arctostaphylos Uva-Ursi) — It's drought-tolerant once established, ideal for erosion control and low-maintenance areas

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