Panchito Manzanita

Arctostaphylos x coloradoensis

Plant Details:

Plant Type: Shrub
Plant Family: Ericaceae
Plant Description: A tough evergreen shrub, this naturally occuring hybrid was discovered in western Colorado. Its shiny, attractive green leaves are somewhat rounded and make a lovely carpet of foliage. White-pink flowers bloom in the spring, giving way to small red fruit. It prefers light soils, so be careful not to overwater in heavier soils.

Maintenance:

Maintenance Type: Shrub - Evergreen
Plant Care: Shrub - Evergreen (woody multi-stemmed plants that keep their leaves and color during winter): Only minimal pruning is required and mostly to retain a desirable shape. Pruning should be done in early spring. Monitor for pests, diseases or other ailments on a regular basis.

Plant Attributes:

Mature Size: 1-2' tall x 3-5' wide
Utah Native: No
Plant Select: Yes
Pollinator Friendly: Yes
Localscapes: Infill Plant
Foliage Interest: No
Foliage Colors: Green
Bloom Colors: Pink, White
Bloom Seasons: Spring
Bloom Period: Apr - May

Growing Conditions:

Hardiness Zone: 5 to 8
Light Requirement: Full Sun (6+ hrs sun), Part Shade (4-6 hrs morning sun), Part Sun (4-6 hrs afternoon sun)
Irrigation Requirement:     Low (1/2" every 10-14 days)
Salt Tolerant: Unknown
Deer Resistant: Yes

Garden Location:

  • Maintenance Path
    • Outsmart Invaders

Garden Staff Tips & Insights:

Does better in well drained, sandy soil.
  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Fall
  • Winter