Sonoma Hoary Manzanita
A favorite manzanita of many Arcto-philes, this clone introduced by one of our favorite local nurseries, Xera Plants, it has become very popular since they introduced it. We’ve rarely seen an Arctostaphylos canescens that we didn’t want to grow, but this subspecies and form is particularly pleasing with silvery blue leaves and pink stems on new growth that age to become stunning mahogany trunks. Not the easiest manzanita to cultivate so be sure to site it very carefully, but once it is established it is a wonderful addition to the landscape.
Latin Name: Arctostaphylos canescens ssp. sonomensis
Site and Soil: Full sun and very well-drained soil.
Pollination Requirements: Self fruitful
Hardiness: Hardy to about 5-10° F.
Size at Maturity: 3-4 ft in height and width, smaller with pruning.
Bloom Time: Late winter
Pests & Diseases: No pests or diseases that we’ve seen on our plants here in Portland
USDA Zone: 7b