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Arctostaphylos 'Baby Bear' - Baby Bear Manzanita

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Arctostaphylos 'Baby Bear' is often celebrated as the Baby Bear Manzanita, an evergreen shrub that offers unique charm to any landscape. Its compact size never exceeding 3 feet in height and 4 feet in width, yet dense in form, makes it a versatile choice for small gardens, edging, or rock gardens. This vibrant darling sets itself apart with twisted, bronzed branches tucked beneath glossy green leaves, which take on a stunning bronzy-red shade as new growth continues. As the seasons turn from winter to early spring, it catches the eye with an impressive bloom of delicate pink, bell-shaped flowers which act as a beacon for hummingbirds and bees. Following this floral display, it rewards the patient gardener with brilliant red berries, savored by birds in late summer. The Baby Bear Manzanita possesses an admirable hardiness, thriving in sunlit to lightly shaded spots and excelling in drought conditions, making it an attractive, low maintenance choice that adds year-round visual interest. The added bonus is its resistance to oak root fungus, positioning it as a robust and dependable addition to your garden.

  • Size: Up to 3 feet tall and 4 feet wide
  • Flowers: Pink, bell-shaped flowers in late winter to early spring
  • Foliage: Small, glossy green leaves with bronzy-red new growth
  • Water usage: Low (drought-tolerant)
  • Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts wildlife: Flowers attract hummingbirds and bees, berries attract birds.
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