Arctostaphylos pungens - Mexican Manzanita (Plant) Theodore Payne Foundation Cold Hardy to 15 degrees

Cold Hardy to 15 degrees F Distribution Throughout the California Floristic Province (uncommon in southern California)

One parent believed to be C

beautiful bark

Pennisular Ranges (exc San Jacinto Mountains) Natural Habitat Forest openings

Arctostaphylos pungens - Mexican Manzanita (Plant) Theodore Payne Foundation Cold Hardy to 15 degreesThis tough Southern California manzanita is recommended for rocky slopes, high elevations, and other difficult areas. Also recommended for smaller gardens because of its modest size. Can handle some summer water. Plant Characteristics Family Name Ericaceae Species Name Arctostaphylos pungens Common Name Mexican Manzanita Plant Type Shrub Sun Exposure Coast Sun, Inland Sun, Inland Part Sun, Water Requirement Low Soil Type Sand, fast draining Flower