Botanical Name: Arctostaphylos manzanita 'Dr. Hurd'
Common Name: No common name Type of Plant: dicot: shrub Character evergreen Habit of Growth: Overall Shape one of the larger cultivated manzanitas - grows irregularly upward and spreads to form a potentially large shrub or small tree with age; canopy becomes more dense and rounded as plant matures Height 6' - 10' (15') Spread 2/3 to equal Growth Rate slow-moderate Environment: Exposure outdoors thrives in full sun near the coast; tolerates partial shade at inland locations Soil requires well-draining; tolerates clay if not over-watered Hardiness hardy (zones 4-9, 14-24): prefers sunny foothill sites Morphology: Leaves pinnate, alternate, oval to partially elliptic, 2" - 3" long; leathery, medium green Flowers white, urn-shaped, in dense clusters at ends of branches; January - March Fruit if present, a small dark red pome Propagation: softwood or semi-hardwood cuttings Usage: an excellent accent shrub for its picturesque branching structure and late winter display of white flowers; large filler or background for woodlands-theme gardens Landscape Care: Watering prefers an occasional deep soak Fertilizing little required after establishment Pruning as an accent plant, thin out canopy occasionally to expose the rugged branch structure Pests/Diseases relatively free Special Conditions/Other avoid wet heavy soils in shaded locations Origin: cultivar Family: Ericaceae Notes: |
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