Arctostaphylos insularis 'Canyon Sparkles' - Canyon Sparkles Santa Cruz Island Manzanita (Plant) Hiking They pick up fallen blossoms

They pick up fallen blossoms to examine them closer

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Cold Hardy to 25 degrees F Distribution Central Coast

A modest size for smaller gardens

Note: Irritating hairs on leaves ands stems

Arctostaphylos insularis 'Canyon Sparkles' - Canyon Sparkles Santa Cruz Island Manzanita (Plant) Hiking They pick up fallen blossomsA medium sized shrub distinguished by its glossy green leaves and large clusters of white flowers in winter. Attractive orange berries. Develops a tree like form with age. Plant Characteristics Family Name Ericaceae Species Name Arctostaphylos insularis 'Canyon Sparkles' Common Name Canyon Sparkles Santa Cruz Island Manzanita Plant Type Shrub Sun Exposure Coast Sun, Inland Sun, Inland Part Sun, Water Requirement Low Soil Type Sand, fast draining