Arctostaphylos manzanita 'Dr. Hurd' (Dr. Hurd Manzanita Tree)
8-12 inch tall 2 year old potted tree.
This Manzanita is a small multi-branched hybrid evergreen tree or
shrub. It grows rapidly to 12-15 feet tall and 10-12 feet wide.
This California native has an architectural open structure and dark
red/mahogany twisting branches. Stems have glossy light green leaves at
their tips. In late Winter, large clusters of white urn-shaped small
white flowers dangle from the branch tips, followed by dark red berries.
Plant Dr. Hurd manzanita in full sun to light shade and irrigate only
occasionally. In inland areas, part shade is preferred. It is very
drought tolerant. Needs good drainage and a soil pH of 4.0-7.0. It is
hardy to 10 degrees F. Dr. Hurd will grow well in clay or sandy soil and
tolerated richer soil better than most manzanitas.
Dr. Hurd Manzanita is Deer Resistant and is an excellent focal point
of any landscape. Use for hedges, bird, bee and hummingbird gardens.
Also makes an excellent bonsai and container plant.
Scenic Hill Farm is a licensed Oregon Nursery.