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Plant Care
Greenleaf manzanita
(Arctostaphylos patula)
Also Known As
Greenleaf manzanita, Green manzanita, Common manzanita, Patula manzanita
About This Plant
Arctostaphylos patula is an evergreen shrub species native to western North America. It has small, leathery leaves and produces clusters of small, bell-shaped white or pink flowers in the spring. The plant is known for its attractive bark, which is reddish-brown and peels off in thin, papery sheets.
Plant Care Instructions
Outdoor Size Range
3-10 feet (0.9-3 meters) tall and 3-6 feet (0.9-1.8 meters) wide
Light Requirements
Arctostaphylos patula prefers full sun to partial shade, but can tolerate shade. It is best to avoid planting it in full shade.
Humidity Needs
Arctostaphylos patula prefers low humidity levels and does not require any special attention in this regard.
Fertilizing Schedule
Arctostaphylos patula does not require regular fertilization. If the soil is poor, it can be fertilized once a year with a balanced fertilizer in the spring.
Pruning Guidelines
Prune Arctostaphylos patula in the late winter or early spring to remove dead or damaged branches. The plant can also be pruned to maintain its shape.
Common Pests and Diseases
Arctostaphylos patula is generally not affected by pests or diseases.
Indoor Size Range
Not suitable for indoor growing
Watering Schedule
This plant species is drought-tolerant and does not require frequent watering. Water it deeply once a week during the summer months and reduce watering during the winter.
Temperature Range
This plant species is cold-hardy and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°F (-23°C). It prefers cool to moderate temperatures and can tolerate heat up to 90°F (32°C).
Growing Season
The growing season for Arctostaphylos patula is from late winter to early summer.
Growing Difficulty Level
Arctostaphylos patula is relatively easy to grow and maintain.
USDA Hardiness Zones
Arctostaphylos patula is hardy in USDA zones 7-10.
Did You Know?
The berries of Arctostaphylos patula were an important food source for Native American tribes in California, who would dry and grind them into a meal to make bread.
