Arctostaphylos densiflora 'Emerald Carpe
Manzanita Emerald Carpet
Description
The 'Emerald Carpet' is an evergreen groundcover that grows to 1' tall by 6-8' wide. It is favored by many landscapers as the manzanita of choice for inland situations. It has dark green leaves and exhibits compact growth. The variety is relatively tolerant of adverse soil conditions.
Plant Type
Shrub, Ground cover
Height Range
1-3'
Width Range
3-6'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Winter, Spring
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch
Accenting Features
Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Winter
Location Uses
Lawn, Parking Strip, Parking Lot, Raised Planter, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Erosion Control, Mass Planting, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
Birds
Water Saving Tip:
Check your irrigation controller once a month, and adjust as necessary.
Most plants require only one-third as much water in winter as they do in summer.