Arctostaphylosi ‘Red Stem’ | Red Stem Manzanita
DESCRIPTION
Arctostaphylos 'Red Stem' is a cultivar of manzanita known for its striking red branches and dark green, leathery foliage. This broadleaf evergreen shrub blooms with small, bell-shaped white or pinkish flowers in late spring to early summer, followed by red fruit. Well-suited to dry, sunny locations, 'Red Stem' is low-maintenance and often used in drought-tolerant or native plant gardens for its aesthetic appeal and ecological benefits.
DESCRIPTION
Arctostaphylos 'Red Stem' is a cultivar of manzanita known for its striking red branches and dark green, leathery foliage. This broadleaf evergreen shrub blooms with small, bell-shaped white or pinkish flowers in late spring to early summer, followed by red fruit. Well-suited to dry, sunny locations, 'Red Stem' is low-maintenance and often used in drought-tolerant or native plant gardens for its aesthetic appeal and ecological benefits.
DESCRIPTION
Arctostaphylos 'Red Stem' is a cultivar of manzanita known for its striking red branches and dark green, leathery foliage. This broadleaf evergreen shrub blooms with small, bell-shaped white or pinkish flowers in late spring to early summer, followed by red fruit. Well-suited to dry, sunny locations, 'Red Stem' is low-maintenance and often used in drought-tolerant or native plant gardens for its aesthetic appeal and ecological benefits.
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Family: Ericaceae
Height: 4 to 6 feet
Width: 4 to 6 feet
Foliage color: Dark green, often leathery
Flower color: White or pinkish
Bloom time: Late spring to early summer
Light requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Water requirements: Low
Maintenance: Low
Growing zone: 7-10
Wildlife attractors: Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds
