Arctostaphylos pumila 'Wavelength', Sandmat Manzanita acidic soil red-brown bark

red-brown bark

Attractive grey-blue foliage with silver spiky detailing on the edges

Remains evergreen until the temperatures drop into the low teens and then defoliates only to bounce back in the late spring

May need afternoon shade in hot climates

They fill an important bloom time between the late winter-early spring and the summer blooming perennials

Arctostaphylos pumila 'Wavelength', Sandmat Manzanita acidic soil red-brown barkA rare species endemic to the Monterey Peninsula and surrounding area, selected by Dave Fross. 'Wavelength' is a beautiful, dense shrub with grey green leaves and a fine, velvety texture. The bronze hue, on newly emerging spring foliage, makes an especially fetching contrast to the white flowers that are an important nectar source for hummingbirds and bees. The lovely rippling form and low expanded width make this selection an excellent candidate for