Arctostaphylos silvicola 'Ghostly'

Arctostaphylos silvicola 'Ghostly'

Species Name: Arctostaphylos silvicola 'Ghostly'
Common Name: Ghostly Manzanita

Beautiful silver foliage, new growth tinged pink. Bark is reddish brown. Stunning when placed against a dark wall. Flowers attract hummingbirds. Can take extra water in winter or spring, but limit summer water. Does fine in shallow soils.

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Plant Family: Ericaceae

Plant Type: Shrub

Height by Width: 4-8' H x 4-8' W

Growth Habit: Upright shrub

Deciduous/Evergreen: Evergreen

Growth Rate: Moderate

Sun Exposure: Full sun to part shade

Soil Preference: Well-draining

Water Requirements: Drought-tolerant to occasional

Cold Hardy to: 15 degrees F

Flower Season: Winter/Spring

Flower Color: White

Endangered?: Not listed

Distribution: Selected for the garden

Natural Habitat: Selected for the garden

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