Our selection of native Hoary Manzanita and one of the finest. We’ve driven by this shrub for years on the highway to N. California and for years it captured our attention. A smaller rounded shrub of metallic silver gray with white flowers. we formerly listed this as a hybrid and it may not be the pure species. Either way its a stellar garden Manzanita and thrives in harsh conditions. This native Oregon species bears its clusters of showy white flowers in winter/spring. The bark is a wonderful contrasting smooth deep mahogany- a great foil to the foliage. To 4′ x 6′ in 8 years. Moderaterately slow growing for an Arctostaphylos. In habitat it perches on a nearly vertical cliff of basalt. So, its adaptable. Not prone to black spot and it hails from an area with a naturally high rainfall. Avoid all supplemental water when established. It literally thrives on neglect. Silver foliage shines year round but is especially showy silver in winter. Arctostaphylos canescens is one of the most difficult species to propagate : Limited quantities. A Xera Plants favorite. Oregon native plant.
Xera Plants Introduction
