Arctostaphylos pungens |
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Mexican Manzanita |
Information by: Photographer: Cado Daily
Description
Arctostaphylos pungens is an evergreen shrub. It requires good drainage. It is quite distinctive with the red bark and reddish green, evergreen foliage. Pinkish white, urn shaped flowers bloom in the winter. It is a slow grower and may take 20 years to reach 6' tall.
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Anatomy
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Sun/Water
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Design
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
Pink, White
Flower Season
Winter, Spring
Leaf Color
Green, Red
Bark Color
Red
Fruit Color
Red
Fruit Season
Summer
Water Saving Tip:
As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.
Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.