Arctostaphylos
(Manzanita)
Manzanitas
are familiar to residents of California and the southwest, but not much
known elsewhere. They have attractive, smooth, mahogany-colored
bark and clusters of urn-shaped white or pink flowers that are attractive
to
hummingbirds and butterflies. They are evergreen, early-flowering,
extremely drought-tolerant, and disdainful of fertilizer, in addition
to being very handsome. We offer those that will handle clay, as well
as sandy soils.
Arctostaphylos
'Austin Griffiths' is one of many Manzanita hybrids (in addition
to about 40 species), and one of the most attractive. It has very good
red bark, grey-green leaves, and large pink flower clusters. Grows to
a height of 10-12', in an upright tree form. A hybrid between A. densiflors
'Sentinel' and A. manzanita 'Dr. Hurd'. Zone 8
Manzanita
'Austin Griffiths' 4" pot $5.00 Limit
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