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California Native Plant

Arctostaphylos pumila

Dune Manzanita, Sandmat M.

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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.

 

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

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Very Low, Low

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Seascape, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

Unusual Foliage, Unusual Shape

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer

Location Uses

Perennial Border, Shrub Border, Foundation, Walls / Fences, With Rocks

Special Uses

Cascade, Erosion Control, Mass Planting, Naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife

Hummingbirds, Wildlife

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.