Mock Bearberry manzanita
Arctostaphylos x coloradoensis
Mock Bearberry manzanita is an outstanding selection of a native broadleaf evergreen shrub from the Uncompaghre Plateau. Waxy, urn-shaped, white flowers produce small red berries on established plants. First selected by Betsy Baldwin of Golden, Colorado. Shrub. Xeriscape.
Tips from the pros: Does best when planted on slopes with good drainage — consider expanded shale or squeegee when amending clay soil. Seems to prefer shade in the late afternoon. Give it room to grow, even though it's slow to establish.
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| Plant Type | Shrub |
| Height | 10-24 inches |
| Width | 36-60 inches |
| Flowering Season | Early spring |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Sun | Sun, Part Sun |
| Water Needs | Moderate to xeric |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | Zones 4b-8 |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sandy |
| Deer Resistant | Yes |
| Good for Pollination | Yes |
| Winter Interest | Yes |
| North American Native | Yes |
| Year Introduced | 2005 |
| Annual Commercial Maintenance | Never touch unless there is damage to branches and prune only those branches out in spring. |
| 5-10 Year Commercial Maintenance | Follow annual maintenance. This can be a long lived woody shrub if growing conditions are correct. |
| Elevation Guide | Up to 7500 ft. |
