Arctostaphylos viscida

How to Grow and Care for Arctostaphylos viscida

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Grow in moist but well-drained, moderately fertile, lime-free soil in full-sun or partial shade. Keep sheltered from cold drying winds.

Watering: Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakingsSunlight: Full sun · Partial shadeFruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Planting and Growing Arctostaphylos viscida

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Care difficulty3 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Sunlight requirementsFull sun · Partial shade
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Soil typeClay · Loam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained · Well drained
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
ToxicityFruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Care Tips

Grow in moist but well-drained, moderately fertile, lime-free soil in full-sun or partial shade. Keep sheltered from cold drying winds.

How to Water Arctostaphylos viscida?

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Arctostaphylos viscida?

Full sun · Partial shade

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for Arctostaphylos viscida?

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What Soil Is Best for Arctostaphylos viscida?

Soil type
Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for Arctostaphylos viscida?

Moist but well drained · Well drained

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How to Fertilize Arctostaphylos viscida?

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

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How to Prune Arctostaphylos viscida?

Little pruning is needed. Remove diseased, damaged, crowded or crossing shoots and unwanted growth. Timing depends on the plant: generally late winter or early spring; plants prone to bleeding and deciduous magnolias need different timing, and deciduous azaleas and lilacs are pruned after flowering.

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How to Propagate Arctostaphylos viscida?

Propagate from seed soaked in boilding water for 20 seconds. Sow seed in autumn in containers and keep in a cold frame. Root semi-ripe cuttings in summer or by layering shoots in autumn.

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How to Transplant Arctostaphylos viscida?

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How to Care for Arctostaphylos viscida in Winter?

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How to Plant Arctostaphylos viscida?

Grow in moist but well-drained, moderately fertile, lime-free soil in full-sun or partial shade. Keep sheltered from cold drying winds.

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How to Repot Arctostaphylos viscida?

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How to Harvest Arctostaphylos viscida?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

Maybe susceptible to leaf spot

Pests

Generally pest-free

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The Toxicity of Arctostaphylos viscida

Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

More General Info About Arctostaphylos viscida

Attributes of Arctostaphylos viscida

Plant typeShrubs
Height2.5-4 metres
Spread1.5-2.5 metres
FoliageEvergreen
HabitBushy
OriginWestern Northern America

Scientific Classification

Species
Arctostaphylos viscida
Genus
Arctostaphylos
Family
Ericaceae
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