Arctostaphylos densiflora 'Sentinel'
Sentinel Manzanita
Description
This Manzanita grows 6'-8' high and 5'-8' wide; it has rose/white flowers and is upright. It needs good soil drainage for best performance.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6', 6-12'
Flower Color
Pink, Red
Flower Season
Winter, Fall
Leaf Color
Grey Green
Bark Color
Red
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Ranch
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Winter
Location Uses
Background, With Rocks
Special Uses
Naturalizing
Attracts Wildlife
Birds
Water Saving Tip:
Watering every day results in shallow roots.
Instead, water deeply every few days using the Cycle and Soak method (two or more short run times, each separated by about an hour).