Massachusetts Bearberry - Wholesale

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Massachusetts Bearberry - Wholesale
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Description

MASSACHUSETTS BEARBERRY

Arctostaphylos uva-ursi

The plant is more compact than our Michigan clones.  The lime to deep green color leaves are elliptic and are ½ inch long and 3/8 inch wide, which are smaller than most of the bearberry clones found in the wild.  The plant flowers profusely in the spring and by October the plant is covered with red berries. Hardiness Zones 3-7

Care Info

  • Plant Type:A trailing groundcover growing a few inches tall and has a capability to spread over large areas. Non evasive.
  • pH Requirements:4.0 - 6.5
  • Soil Type:Well drained sandy or sandy loam
  • Light Requirements:Full sun to full shade
  • Plant Rows Spacing:6 - 12 inches
  • Mulching:Beneficial in first year
  • USDA Zones:3 - 7
  • Scientific Name:Arctostaphylos uva-ursi

Grow Guide

PLANT USES: This plant will grow deep roots so it Is good for erosion control; the stems that grow outward will form roots that help to keep the soil where the landscaper or gardener wants it. It is one of the only plants that will adapt itself to pure sandy soils. It is found growing along lake shores and dry sandy forests. The plant will take abuse from high and low temperatures and dry soils. The berries are a food source for wildlife. Part of the plant has medicinal qualities and Is harvested from the native plants, so commercial growing should be considered. Bearberry is a native plant in North America In the family of Ericacrae.
WATER REQUIREMENTS: The plants have low water requirements. After planting apply water to moisten one time per week until new growth appears. Then apply small amounts of water. The plant should never need water after it is established. The leathery leaves' texture has a low evaporation rate. Water can kill this plant.
FERTILIZER REQUIREMENTS: Low rate acid or non acid. Use only water soluble fertilizer or slow release fertilizer. Granular fertilizer should be avoided as it will kill the plant.

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