Arctostaphylos densiflora 'Emerald Carpet'

Sonoma Manzanita

Family: Ericaceae Heath


Type Groundcover
USDA Hardiness range 8A - 11
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color White
Bloom time Spring and Winter
Water needs Moist
Landscape uses Border, container, erosion control, foundation, hedge, massing, rock garden, seashore
Height 12" to 18" / 30cm to 45cm
Spread 36" to 6' / 90cm to 1.80m
Growth rate Moderate
Persistence Evergreen
Bloom attributes Attracts butterflies, fragrant flowers
Leaf color Green
Fruit color Red
Soil pH requirements Neutral
Soil type Sandy, loamy
Form Prostrate, spreading or horizontal
Attributes and features Attracts birds, native to North America, invasive