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(Arctostaphylos pringlei)
Pringle Manzanita (Arctostaphylos pringlei)
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Estimated Native Range
Summary
Arctostaphylos pringlei, commonly known as Pringle Manzanita, is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to the chaparral and pine-oak woodlands of the Southwestern USA, including California, and extending into Baja California, Mexico. It typically grows to a height of 4–6 feet, occasionally forming dense thickets. Pringle Manzanita is characterized by its gray-green foliage and smooth, mahogany-colored bark, which peels in thin sheets. In early spring, it produces showy clusters of small, whitish-pink, bell-shaped flowers that are attractive to pollinators. These flowers give way to red berries that are a food source for wildlife. The plant’s compact size and ornamental qualities make it suitable for use in water-wise gardens, natural landscaping, and as a focal point in residential settings.
Pringle Manzanita is valued for its drought tolerance, low maintenance requirements, and its ability to thrive in poor, rocky soils with good drainage. It is an excellent choice for xeriscaping and can be used as a ground cover or for erosion control on slopes. Gardeners should be aware that it requires minimal water once established and prefers full sun to part shade. While generally disease-resistant, it can be susceptible to root rot if overwatered or planted in poorly drained soils.CC BY-SA 4.0
Pringle Manzanita is valued for its drought tolerance, low maintenance requirements, and its ability to thrive in poor, rocky soils with good drainage. It is an excellent choice for xeriscaping and can be used as a ground cover or for erosion control on slopes. Gardeners should be aware that it requires minimal water once established and prefers full sun to part shade. While generally disease-resistant, it can be susceptible to root rot if overwatered or planted in poorly drained soils.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Shrub
- Height: 2-5 feet
- Width: 2-5 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: White
- Flowering Season: Spring, Winter
- Leaf Retention: Evergreen
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water: Very Low
- Drainage: Fast, Medium
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Hummingbird Garden, Low Maintenance, Showy Flowers
Natural Habitat
Chaparral and pine-oak woodlands
Other Names
Common Names: Pringle’s Manzanita , Pinkbract Manzanita , Pinkbracted Manzanita
Scientific Names: Arctostaphylos pringlei
GBIF Accepted Name: Arctostaphylos pringlei Parry