Also known as Alameda Manzanita
Arctostaphylos pallida, the Pallid manzanita, is a striking evergreen shrub native to California, admired for its smooth, red bark and delicate white flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering and dense growth.
Drought-tolerant once established
25% intensity
Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate to Warm
50% intensity
Hardy in USDA zones 8-10. Protect from extreme cold and excessive summer heat.
Low
25% intensity
Generally requires no fertilizer. If needed, use sparingly in spring with a low-nitrogen formula.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water sparingly once established, especially in its native habitat. Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Overwatering can lead to root rot.
In containers, water when the top few centimeters of soil are dry. Reduce watering significantly during the dormant winter months.
Prune to shape and remove dead or diseased branches, ideally after flowering. Avoid heavy pruning, as Arctostaphylos pallida can be sensitive.
Remove crossing branches to improve air circulation and maintain a natural form. Light shaping can be done to control size or remove errant growth.
Propagation is typically done from seed or cuttings. Seeds require cold stratification; sow in fall or stratify artificially before spring sowing. Cuttings are best taken from semi-hardwood in late summer or fall.
Use rooting hormone and provide warmth and humidity for best results.
Repot container-grown plants infrequently, only when root-bound. Spring is the ideal time. Use a well-draining, gritty potting mix, similar to their native rocky soil.
Handle the root ball gently to avoid damaging the fine root system. Do not overpot; choose a pot only slightly larger.
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Photos of Pallid Manzanita (Arctostaphylos pallida)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Ericales |
| Family | Ericaceae |
| Genus | Arctostaphylos |
| Species | Arctostaphylos pallida |
Similar in genus Arctostaphylos
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