Hooker's manzanita
A dense and low selection of this hardy and adaptable species, reaching to about 1’ tall and around 6’ wide. Not quite as short as ‘Monterey Carpet’, but a little faster. The deep green, pointed leaves create a verdant groundcover, suitable for drier spots. The small, white flowers in winter are not particularly abundant. Plant in full sun to light shade and water infrequently. Clay soil tolerant. A great, low growing manzanita for hotter areas. This species is a rare native from coastal Monterey and Santa Cruz Counties.