Bearberry Arctostaphylos uva-ursi
Bearberry, also known as Kinnikinnick, is a popular low-growing manzanita that is often used as a groundcover. It is a spreading evergreen shrub that features small, pinkish-white flowers and red berries. Both the flowers and fruit are attractive to birds and insects.
This variety grows best in cooler mountainous or coastal regions of California, so if planted in hot, dry inland areas, afternoon shade and infrequent, deep watering in the summer will help it thrive. This plant likes loamy, acidic soil.
