Arctostaphylos obispoensis - Serpentine or Bishop Manzanita (Plant) socks In The Drunken Botanist

In The Drunken Botanist

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Occasional summer water will prevent complete dormancy

open woodland

Mexico Natural Habitat Coastal scrub

Arctostaphylos obispoensis - Serpentine or Bishop Manzanita (Plant) socks In The Drunken BotanistBeautiful grey green foliage and white flowers contrast with red brown bark. Found in the foothills of San Luis Obispo and Monterey counties. Its white pink flowers bloom in late winter or early spring and attract hummingbirds. Prefers acidic soil. Plant Characteristics Family Name Ericaceae Species Name Arctostaphylos obispoensis Common Name Serpentine or Bishop Manzanita Plant Type Shrub Sun Exposure Coast Sun, Inland Sun, Inland Part Sun, Water