Arctostaphylos densiflora 'Sentinel'
Sentinel Manzanita
Description
This Vine Hill Manzanita grows 6-8' high and 5-8' wide, has rose/white flowers, and is upright. Good soil drainage is essential.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6', 6-12'
Flower Color
Pink, Red
Flower Season
Winter, Fall
Leaf Color
Grey Green
Bark Color
Red
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Ranch
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Winter
Location Uses
Background, With Rocks
Special Uses
Naturalizing
Attracts Wildlife
Birds
Water Saving Tip:
As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.
Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.