Arctostaphylos refugioensis - Refugio Manzanita

Evergreen shrub to 10 ft. Endemic to Santa Ynez Mountains near Santa Barbara; rare in the wild. New growth emerges reddish then matures to light green. White to pale pink flowers winter into spring attract hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees. Superb specimen plant. Full sun. Low water. Tolerates clay soils, prefers faster draining soils. Hardy to 10º F