Arctostaphylos viscida ssp. viscida - Sticky Whiteleaf Manzanita (Plant) magnet A very rare gooseberry only

A very rare gooseberry only from Santa Cruz Island

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Plant Characteristics Family Name Ericaceae Species Name Arctostaphylos obispoensis Common Name Serpentine or Bishop Manzanita Plant Type Shrub Sun Exposure Coast-Sun

This federally endangered barberry is found only on the northern Channel Islands

Arctostaphylos viscida ssp. viscida - Sticky Whiteleaf Manzanita (Plant) magnet A very rare gooseberry onlyA stunning manzanita with grey green foliage and pink flowers. Becomes open and tree like as it matures. Prefers acidic soil. Plant Characteristics Family Name Ericaceae Species Name Arctostaphylos viscida ssp. viscida Common Name Sticky Whiteleaf 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 February, March, April Evergreen