Arctostaphylos densiflora Howard McMinn * Vine Hill Manzanita

This medium sized California native shrub grows nearly as well in dry shade as in full sun. The small leaves and dense foliage of Arctostapyhlos Howard McMinn makes a great screen. I have seen individual plants get to 4' tall and 6' across. While Vine Hill Manzanita is a fairly easy garden plant it requires a drying out period between summer irrigation cycles and reasonably well drained soil. Arctostaphylos Howard McMinn is a nectar source for the Monarch Butterfly and the California Dogface Butterfly and a great addition to the butterfly garden.