Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Vancouver Jade'

bearberry, hog cranberry, kinnikinnick or sandberry

Family	Ericaceae
Plant Type	broadleaf evergreen
Zone	USDA: 2a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3
Care Level	low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height	10 - 15 cm (4 - 6 in)
Spread	0.3 - 4.5 m (1 - 15 ft)
Light	full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture	low to average, well-drained
Soil Type	loam to sandy
Soil pH	acidic

Description	The broadleaf evergreen Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Vancouver Jade' (bearberry) bears showy and light pink blossoms during mid spring. This plant is mat forming and has glossy, medium textured and evergreen foliage that is deep green in colour. The bark is smooth in texture. Showy fruit are produced by Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Vancouver Jade' (bearberry).
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 'Vancouver Jade' . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer, and it is tolerant of drought, compacted soil and light foot traffic.