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California Native Plant

Arctostaphylos 'Emerald Carpet'

Manzanita Emerald Carpet

Plant photo of: Arctostaphylos 'Emerald Carpet'
Information by:         Photographer: El Nativo

 

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. This variety is relatively tolerant of adverse soil conditions.

 

Plant Type

Shrub, Ground cover

Height Range

1-3'

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

Very Low, Low, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean

Accenting Features

n/a

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Raised Planter, With Rocks

Special Uses

Erosion Control, Mass Planting, Lawn Substitute, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.