Manzanita 'Emerald Carpet'
A prostrate groundcover, 'Emerald Carpet' is a naturally occurring hybrid of A. uva-ursi and A. nummularia that performs best in acidic soils. This dense plant forms tight mounds of shiny dark green leaves on reddish stems. Small white flowers appear in late winter or early spring. Full sun in coastal areas, partial shade inland.
Arctostaphylos 'Emerald Carpet'
Fruit Characteristics
Fruit type : Berry
Fruit color : Red
Leaf Characteristics
Leaf texture : Shiny
Leaf length : 1/2"
Leaf shape : Rounded, oval
Leaf color : Dark green
Flower Characteristics
Flower shape : Urn-shaped
Flower color : White
Plant Anatomy
Foliage growth cycle : Evergreen
Average size maturity width : 5 ft.
Average size maturity height : 1/2 - 1-1/2 ft.
Cultural Information
USDA Zone : 0 to 5 F (Z7a)
Sunset zone : 6-9, 14-24
Water requirements : Moderate
Light exposure : Partial Sun
Landscape Attributes
Attractive bark :Yes