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Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Massachusetts'

Family Ericaceae
Plant Type broadleaf evergreen
Zone USDA:   2a - 6b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H2   Australia:   1  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 8 - 30 cm (3 - 12 in)
Spread 0.6 - 4.5 m (2 - 15 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type sandy
Soil pH acidic

Description Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Massachusetts' (common bearberry) bears showy and greyish red blossoms during mid spring. This broadleaf evergreen is mat forming and has greyish green foliage that is glossy, medium textured and evergreen. The fruit produced by Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Massachusetts' (common bearberry) is showy. The bark is smooth in texture.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border, container, edging, ground cover, mass planting and wild flower.
Special Characteristics Birds are attracted to Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Massachusetts' . This plant has a natural ability to resist disease and deer, and it is tolerant of drought, compacted soil, salt and light foot traffic.