Bearberry
Arctostaphylos uva-ursi
A low-growing sub-shrub, Bearberry forms an excellent groundcover on dry sandy and rocky soils, in full sun to light shade. Spreading gradually by surface rhizomes to form a mat, it grows naturally near sandy beaches and open woodlands in …
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| Soil Type | Gravel, Loam, Sand |
|---|---|
| Soil Moisture | Dry, Medium |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun, Partial |
| Height | 6" - 1' |
| Bloom Color | White, Pink |
| Bloom Time | Apr, May, June |
| Spacing | 2' |
| Hardiness Zones | 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 |
| Root Type | Rhizome |
| Benefits | Hummingbirds, Host Plant, Deer Resistant |
A low-growing sub-shrub, Bearberry (Arctostaphylos uva-ursi) forms an excellent groundcover on dry sandy and rocky soils, in full sun to light shade. Spreading gradually by surface rhizomes to form a mat, it grows naturally near sandy beaches and open woodlands in sandy or rocky soils. This plant requires an acid soil with a pH between 4.0 and 6.0 - it will not grow on clay. Bearberry is a host plant for several butterfly species including Hoary Elfin, Brown Elfin and Freija Fritillary.
