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Arctostaphylos manzanita 'Dr. Hurd'

Dr. Hurd Tree Manzanita

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: El Nativo Growers, Inc.

 

Description

This is a large shrub that has a tree-like shape,reaching 8-20' tall and wide. It has dark red bark with multi-branched form, large pale green leaves, and white to pink flower clusters that bloom in winter. This shrub can be grown near the ocean but also in warm inland valleys. It prefers full sun and is drought tolerant once it's established.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

12-25'

Flower Color

Pink, White

Flower Season

Winter

Leaf Color

Light Green

Bark Color

Brown, Red

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Be sure to fix all leaks promptly no matter how small they may seem.