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Arctostaphylos manzanita 'St. Helena' - St. Helena Manzanita

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Arctostaphylos manzanita 'St. Helena' is an evergreen shrub with character and adaptability. Its moniker, St. Helena Manzanita, hints at its majestic presence in any garden, spectacularly showcasing deep burgundy bark with a smooth finish, a commentary on its sturdy constitution. Thriving under full sun to partial shade, it proudly displays thick, leathery green foliage against this dusky background, further highlighting its remarkable aesthetics. The show doesn't stop there. Come winter to early spring, it breaks into a mesmerizing spectacle of bell-shaped flowers, presenting in graceful clusters of pink or white, creating a hive of activity as it attracts a wide range of pollinators. Not just visually arresting, this Western U. S. native stands tall at 6-10 feet, exhibits superb drought tolerance, and requires well-drained soils, proving its environmental resilience. Capping off its benefits is its suitability as a focal point plant, making it a magnificent and eco-friendly addition to your garden-scapes. The St. Helena Manzanita – where stunning visual appeal meets low-maintenance robustness.

  • Size: 6-10 feet tall
  • Flowers: Clusters of small, bell-shaped pink or white flowers
  • Foliage: Smooth, dusky burgundy bark and thick, leathery green leaves
  • Water usage: Low (drought-tolerant)
  • Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators: Known to attract various pollinators
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