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Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Big Bear'

Family Ericaceae
Plant Type broadleaf evergreen
Zone USDA:   2a - 7b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H3   Australia:   1  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 15 - 30 cm (6 - 12 in)
Spread 0.9 - 1.8 m (3 - 6 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type sandy
Soil pH acidic

Description The broadleaf evergreen Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Big Bear' (common bearberry) bears showy and white blossoms during mid-spring to late spring. The foliage is dark green in colour. Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Big Bear' (common bearberry) produces showy fruit.
Typical Uses Ground cover.
Special Characteristics Birds are attracted to Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Big Bear' . In autumn, Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Big Bear' is alight with fall colour, and in winter it provides winter interest.
Cautions Depending upon your local conditions, Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Big Bear' (common bearberry) may be invasive.