Arctostaphylos x coloradensis 'Panchito'
Common Name(s):
Panchito manzanita
Synonym:
Archtostaphylos uva-ursi coloradoensis
Flower:
Pink
Blooms :
Mar
to:
Apr
Urn-shaped with white to pink coloration
Botanical Description
Fragrant?
YES
Family:
Ericaeae
Small Shrub (usually < 1.5' and not >3'
Foliage:
Dark Green
Leathery ovate
Fall Color?
YES
Leaves turn red to purple
Evergreen
Photo by:
Heading 6
Reddish stems and leaves
Oregon Native?
NO
West State Native?
YES
Origins:
Colorado
Site Selection
Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone:
4
Water Needs:
L
Sun Needs:
Full Sun
Deer Resistant?
YES
Firewise?
YES
Height:
18-30"
Spread:
36-60"
Growth Rate:
Slow
Native Habitat:
Dry sandy soils
Soil:
Rocky, well-drained
Care Recommendations
Maintenance Level:
Low
Fertilizer:
Does not require fertilization
Mulch:
Crushed rock or gravel
Once established needs little care
Long Term:
Winter:
Occassional moisture during dry years
Spring:
Trim any damaged branches
Summer:
Give consistent watering, afternoon shade, lightly prune for size, apply mulch to keep roots cool
Fall:
Drastically reduce watering
General Care Comments:
Requires regular watering to establish roos, prefers rocky, sandy soils, full sun
Common Problems
Does not tolerate wet conditions
Diseases:
Fungal leaf spot, galls, root rot
Insects:
Manzanita leaf gall aphid, scales (several), foliage feeding catterpillars, whiteflies, mealybugs, borers
Environmental Problems:
Too much water
Pests:
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