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Michigan Bearberry - Wholesale

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Michigan Bearberry - Wholesale
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Description

MICHIGAN BEARBERRY

Arctostaphylos uva-ursi

Michigan is a bearberry state. The plants are found growing on the dunes, near lakes, and inland throughout the pine forest. Our Michigan bearberry clones have been collected in Keweenaw County and selected from vigorous plants. The selections are not as compact, the elliptic shaped leaves are 3/4 inches long and 1/2 or more wide. The leaves are olive to deep green and flower and fruit profusely. 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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