MASSACHUSETTS MANZANITA 1gal

Look no further than' Massachusetts' Manzanita for a hardy and attractive groundcover that truly shines in our challenging Arizona climate! This slow-growing, evergreen shrub forms a dense, low-spreading mat of small, glossy, dark green leaves that often take on beautiful bronzish or reddish hues in winter, adding year-round interest to your landscape. In spring, it produces an abundance of charming, small, white to pinkish, bell-shaped flowers, followed by bright red berries that provide a welcome food source for local birds.

'Massachusetts' Manzanita typically grows to a compact 6-12 inches tall but can spread 3-6 feet wide, making it an excellent choice for erosion control on slopes, draping over rock walls, or as a low-maintenance lawn substitute in smaller, non-traffic areas. It thrives in full sun to partial shade, needing well-drained, acidic soil. This variety is remarkably heat and drought tolerant once established, making it a perfect fit for our arid environment here in Prescott. Happily, 'Massachusetts' Manzanita is also deer resistant, so you can enjoy its beauty without worry.

To give your 'Massachusetts' Manzanita the best start and ensure its long-term health, always incorporate Watters Premium Mulch when planting. This not only helps retain essential soil moisture and suppresses weeds, but also slowly enriches the soil as it breaks down. Manzanitas prefer leaner soils and generally do not require heavy fertilization. However, a light application of Watters 7-4-4 All-Purpose Plant Food in early spring can provide a gentle boost of nutrients to encourage strong root development and a vibrant display of foliage and flowers.

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