Quick answer: Common manzanita (Arctostaphylos manzanita) is native to 1 state. What's commonly sold under this name is the true wild species. No live listing of the true species was found as of 24 Oct 2026.
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Where it's native
Listed in the directory as native to these states. Click a state for its full native-plant guide.
Growing conditions
From the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Native Plant Database.
| Sun | Sun |
|---|---|
| Water | Dry |
| Soil | Rocky, well-drained |
| Bloom | Bloom Jan-Apr |
| Height | 6-20 ft |
| Wildlife value | Early bees, hummingbirds, fruit for birds |
Buying it
No live listing of the true wild species was found as of 24 Oct 2026 — that means our last search didn't surface one, not that the plant is unavailable.
No live seed or plant listing found as of 24 Oct 2026. That means our last search didn't surface one — not that the plant is unavailable. Try a regional native-plant nursery.
Quick answers about Common manzanita
Where is Common manzanita native?
Common manzanita (Arctostaphylos manzanita) is native to California. Check your state's page in this directory for the full list of plants native where you live.
When does Common manzanita bloom?
Common manzanita blooms Jan-Apr. Exact timing shifts a few weeks with latitude and elevation.
What growing conditions does Common manzanita need?
Light: Sun. Water: Dry. Soil: Rocky, well-drained. Mature height: 6-20 ft.
Is Common manzanita good for pollinators and wildlife?
Yes. Wildlife value: Early bees, hummingbirds, fruit for birds.
Is Common manzanita deer-resistant or drought-tolerant?
Common manzanita is deer-resistant and drought-tolerant.
Where can I buy Common manzanita?
We haven't found an online listing of the true wild species as of 24 Oct 2026. A regional native-plant nursery or native seed company is your best source; ask for Arctostaphylos manzanita by its scientific name.
Similar native plants
Native plants that share growing conditions or range with Common manzanita.
- White sage Salvia apiana
- Foothill penstemon Penstemon heterophyllus
- Black sage Salvia mellifera
- Hummingbird sage Salvia spathacea
- California coffeeberry Rhamnus californica
- Elegant clarkia Clarkia unguiculata
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