Arctostaphylos pumila

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Dune Manzanita, Sandmat M.

  
California Native Plant
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Information by: Elkhorn Native Plant Nursery        Photographer: Elkhorn Nursery

 

Description

One of the most spectacular ground-covering manzanitas, Arctostaphylos pumila grows only in coastal locations. Silver to green leaf color with pink new growth adds to interest of this 1-2' tall manzanita. Arctostaphylos pumila starts out low and hugs the ground in youth; with age it forms giant rings higher in the middle and lower on the margins.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Broadleaf Evergreen, Shrub

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

Pink, White

 

Flower Season

Winter, Spring

 

Leaf Color

Grey Green

 

Bark Color

Red

 

Fruit Color

Red

 

Fruit Season

Summer

Water Saving Tip:

Adjust sprinklers to avoid watering sidewalks and driveways.