Mission Manzanita

Xylococcus bicolor

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Overview

The Mission Manzanita (Xylococcus bicolor) is an evergreen shrub native to California. Typically reaching 4-8 feet tall and wide, its distinctive deep red bark and leathery green leaves provide year-round interest. Spring blooms are urn-shaped and white, yielding red berries. Preferring well-drained soils, it's drought-tolerant once established. Ideal for native gardens, it provides habitat value and erosion control. Zone 7-10.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, LowZones 11–11Climate Temperate

Mission Manzanita (Xylococcus bicolor) — The Mission Manzanita (Xylococcus bicolor) is an evergreen shrub native to California

Mission Manzanita (Xylococcus bicolor) — Typically reaching 4-8 feet tall and wide

Mission Manzanita (Xylococcus bicolor) — its distinctive deep red bark and leathery green leaves provide year-round interest

Mission Manzanita (Xylococcus bicolor) — Spring blooms are urn-shaped and white, yielding red berries

Mission Manzanita (Xylococcus bicolor) — Preferring well-drained soils, it's drought-tolerant once established

Mission Manzanita (Xylococcus bicolor) — Often appreciated for its striking aesthetic and low maintenance requirements

Mission Manzanita (Xylococcus bicolor) — Ideal for native gardens, it provides habitat value and erosion control

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Extra in Summer, Low
USDA zones: 11–11

Shape & size

Mature height: 6–20 Ft.
Mature width: 6–20 Ft.

Classification

Family: Ericaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Mission Manzanita (Xylococcus bicolor) — The Mission Manzanita (Xylococcus bicolor) is an evergreen shrub native to California

Mission Manzanita (Xylococcus bicolor) — Typically reaching 4-8 feet tall and wide

Mission Manzanita (Xylococcus bicolor) — its distinctive deep red bark and leathery green leaves provide year-round interest

Mission Manzanita (Xylococcus bicolor) — Spring blooms are urn-shaped and white, yielding red berries

Mission Manzanita (Xylococcus bicolor) — Preferring well-drained soils, it's drought-tolerant once established

Mission Manzanita (Xylococcus bicolor) — Often appreciated for its striking aesthetic and low maintenance requirements

Mission Manzanita (Xylococcus bicolor) — Ideal for native gardens, it provides habitat value and erosion control

Mission Manzanita (Xylococcus bicolor) — which should be accounted for in design planning to accommodate its growth

Mission Manzanita (Xylococcus bicolor) — Its bark possesses a red-brown hue that beautifully contrasts with the deep green

Mission Manzanita (Xylococcus bicolor) — These bicolor leaves are characterized by their lighter-colored undersides

Mission Manzanita (Xylococcus bicolor) — which may grow up to 1.5 to 2 inches long

Mission Manzanita (Xylococcus bicolor) — These flowers are a valuable nectar source for native pollinators

Mission Manzanita (Xylococcus bicolor) — and roughly 0.5 inches long - adding a delicate touch to its robust form

Mission Manzanita (Xylococcus bicolor) — while the subsequent red-brown fruits

Mission Manzanita (Xylococcus bicolor) — about 0.5 to 1 inch in diameter

Mission Manzanita (Xylococcus bicolor) — tolerating a variety of soil types

Mission Manzanita (Xylococcus bicolor) — Its drought tolerance is high once established

Mission Manzanita (Xylococcus bicolor) — No significant pest or disease issues are commonly associated with this shrub

Mission Manzanita (Xylococcus bicolor) — but some supplemental watering can support the plant during extended dry periods

Mission Manzanita (Xylococcus bicolor) — These flowers are a valuable nectar source for native pollinators; no significant pest or disease issues are commonly

Mission Manzanita (Xylococcus bicolor) — which may grow up to 1.5 to 2 inches long; multi-colored and pink and white flowers in the garden

Mission Manzanita (Xylococcus bicolor) — about 0.5 to 1 inch in diameter; which may grow up to 1.5 to 2 inches long

Mission Manzanita (Xylococcus bicolor) — while the subsequent red-brown fruits; its distinctive deep red bark and leathery green leaves provide year-round

Mission Manzanita (Xylococcus bicolor) — its distinctive deep red bark and leathery green leaves provide year-round interest; but some supplemental watering

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