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Sentinel manzanita

Sentinel manzanita.
Sentinel manzanita

Arctostaphylos densiflora ‘Sentinel’

Description:

Upright and tidy manzanita; heavy winter bloom with white to light pink flowers; slow growing; smooth burgundy ornamental bark; early flowering attracts hummingbirds and bumblebees. 

Native to:
California
Plant Type:
Shrub
Height:
6 ft
Width:
6 ft
Flower Color:
White
Bloom Period:
January-February
Wildlife Value:
Beneficial Insects
Native Bees
Hummingbirds
Bumblebees
Sun Exposure:
Sun (6+ hours of direct sunlight)
Irrigation Needs:
Low (deep watering twice a month)
Very Low (deep watering once a month)
Maintenance Needs:

Prune lightly to shape during dry conditions - this plant is susceptible to waterborne diseases. 

Additional Information:
Sentinel Vine Hill manzanita