Arctostaphylos Instant

: A hardy, prostrate groundcover species widespread across North America. Arctostaphylos Survey at Chickadee Gardens

: Most species feature distinctive, twisting branches with thin, peeling bark that exposes a smooth, reddish-brown surface. 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 : A hardy, prostrate groundcover species widespread across

: These are killed by fire, but their seeds require heat or chemical cues from fire to germinate. : A hardy