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California Native Plant

Arctostaphylos glauca

Big Berry Manzanita

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Description

The large, blue grey leaves of the Big Berry become almost blue white in the summer, offering a striking backdrop to the rosy pink flowers and dark purple brown bark. It also bears showy fruit. Growth reaches 8' tall and wide. This beautiful species from the interior coast ranges needs good drainage, with no summer watering except in the very hottest locations. -Monterey Bay Nursery

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

6-12', 12-25'

Flower Color

Pink, White

Flower Season

Winter

Leaf Color

Grey Green

Bark Color

Brown, Red

Fruit Color

Red

Fruit Season

Spring, Summer

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Very Low, Low

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

Specimen, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Winter

Location Uses

Background, With Rocks

Special Uses

Screen, Naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.