Arctostaphylos uva-ursi Point Reyes Manzanita sandberry, kinnikinnick and Bearberry

Arctostaphylos uva-ursi ‘Point Reyes’ Bearberry Manzanita, Kinnikinnick

Arctostaphylos uva-ursi is an evergreen shrub known as Point Reyes Manzanita. Native to California, this plant bears small edible berries and is an important part of the local ecosystem. Its natural beauty and versatility make it a popular choice for landscaping and reforestation projects.

Arctostaphylos ‘Point Reyes’ has the heat tolerance common to the species, with a slightly larger and more closely set dark green leaf.  Arctostaphylos uva-ursi thrives in poor sandy soils, as long as they’re a little bit acidic.  ‘Point Reyes’ does not spread much faster than any of the other varieties in the species, but given mulch between individual plants, it can be used with great success for long-term hillside stabilization.

* Prostrate evergreen groundcover-like shrub
* Height 4-6" with spread up to 15 ft wide.
* Sun to partial shade
* Prefers acidic soil
* Small glossy leathery green leaves turn red or purplish in winter.
* White or pinkish flowers are followed by red fruit.
* Fire-resistant for defensible space

Arctostaphylos uva-ursi Point Reyes Manzanita's fruit is edible.