Arctostaphylos rudis

Common name(s): manzanita, sand mesa manzanita, shag bark manzanita

Description: evergreen shrub; low, spreading growth with rough, shaggy bark. Blush pink urn flowers in winter followed by red berries.

Height: to 3 ft. Spread: to 6 ft.

Position: full sun, and lean, well-draining soil. Ideally in a site with excellent air circulation 

Uses: ornamental, to attract pollinators

Winter Hardiness: to 5 F and below

Drought: adapted to 4 months of summer drought