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Arctostaphylos edm. 'Bert Johnson'

Bert Johnson Manzanita

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Information by: Moosa Creek Nursery        Photographer: Pete Veilleuw East Bay Wi

 

Description

Arctostaphylos edmunsii 'Bert Johnson' originates from the Tilden Botanic Garden and is a special selection from A. edmunsii manzanitas growing in the county of Monterey, California. 'Bert Johnson' is a low growing manzanita that forms a nearly perfect mat, standing less than 1 foot high but spreading 6 feet. This manzanita makes an excellent ground cover and is equally attractive spilling over walls or boulders. 'Bert Johnson' has a cascading habit that allows it to thrive on hillsides; its low branches root as they spread, helping to keep the soil in place and erosion under control. Bert Johnson manzanita is also known by the name Bronze Mat manzanita, owing to the fact that the new growth on this plant is tinged a delicate bronze color.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

Under 1'

Width Range

1-3', 3-6'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Winter, Fall

Leaf Color

Bronze, Dark Green

Bark Color

Red

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Very 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

Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Winter

Location Uses

Background, Shrub Border, With Rocks

Special Uses

Cascade, Container, Screen, Naturalizing, Hanging Baskets

Attracts Wildlife

Birds, Hummingbirds, Wildlife

Water Saving Tip:

Check your irrigation system for breaks, leaks and problems once a month.