Arctostaphylos densiflora 'Howard McMinn

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Howard McMinn Manzanita

 
California Native Plant
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Gerry Kiffe

 

Description

This shrub is highly appreciated for its decorative characteristics, which include a dense show of small, pale pink urn-shaped flowers. Above all, it is the mahogany-red to brown bark (which peels beautifully) that is the major attraction. Its fruit resembles the tike apple, and the flowers contrast perfectly to the light green leaf (which can get rather tough). It blooms from late winter to spring.

 

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Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

3-6'

 

Flower Color

Pink, White

 

Flower Season

Winter

 

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green

 

Bark Color

Red

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Check your irrigation system for breaks, leaks and problems once a month.