Arctostaphylos hookerii 'Monterey Carpet

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Monterey Carpet Manzanita

 
California Native Plant
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Description

This is a compact, low growing variety of ground cover that is 1 ft. high and spreads 12 ft. wide. It has dark green foliage and pink flowers in the early spring. It is tolerant of partial shade.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub, Ground cover

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

Pink, White

 

Flower Season

Winter, Spring

 

Leaf Color

Dark Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

 

Water

Very Low, Low

 

Growth Rate

Slow

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

 

Soil pH

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

n/a

 

Accenting Features

n/a

 

Seasonal Interest

n/a

 

Location Uses

Parking Strip, With Rocks

 

Special Uses

Small Spaces

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.