Arctostaphylos peninsularis (aka A. rainbowensis)

Botanical Name: Arctostaphylos peninsularis (aka A. rainbowensis)
Common Name: Peninsular Manzanita

Extremely rare in California. Has large grey-green leaves and red bark similar to A. glauca, but is a much smaller shrub suitable for smaller spaces. Flowers attract hummingbirds.

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Plant Family: Ericaceae

Plant Type: Shrub

Height by Width: 4' H x 4' W

Growth Habit: Mounding

Deciduous/Evergreen: Evergreen

Growth Rate: Slow

Sun Exposure: Full sun

Soil Preference: Well-draining

Water Requirements: Drought-tolerant to occasional

Cold Hardy to:

Flower Season: Winter/Spring

Flower Color: White

Endangered?: List 2 / RED 3-1-1

Distribution: San Diego Co., Baja California

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