Arctostaphylos catalinae - Catalina Manzanita (Plant)

A large manzanita shrub that can become tree-like over time. It has clusters of white flowers in winter. This species is endemic to Catalina Island and is endangered in a portion of its range. Plant Characteristics Family Name Ericaceae Species Name Arctostaphylos catalinae Common Name Catalina Manzanita Plant Type Shrub Sun Exposure Coast-Sun, Inland-Sun, Inland-Part Sun, Water Requirement Low Soil Type Sand, fast draining Flower Color White, Cream Flowering Months December, January, February Evergreen/Deciduous Evergreen Height by Width 18ft. x 18ft. Growth Rate Fast Endangered 1B.2 (rare/endangered) Growth Habit Rounded, Cold Hardy to 15 degrees F Distribution Santa Catalina Island, CA Natural Habitat Volcanic outcrops, ridges, maritime chaparral; from 3