: They thrive in well-drained, nutrient-poor soils and are extremely drought-tolerant once established. Conservation Status
Manzanitas are popular in low-water landscaping due to their striking structure and drought tolerance : arctostaphylos
Arctostaphylos , commonly known as , is a genus of roughly 60 species of evergreen shrubs and small trees in the heath family ( Ericaceae ). Native primarily to western North America—from British Columbia to Mexico—these plants are iconic for their smooth, dark mahogany or purplish-red bark and small, urn-shaped flowers. The name "Manzanita" is Spanish for "little apple," referring to the small red fruits many species produce. Physical Characteristics : They thrive in well-drained, nutrient-poor soils and
: A low-growing groundcover favored for its dense green foliage. : They thrive in well-drained