.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Massachusetts Bearberry Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Massachusetts' Description A compact evergreen shrub featuring small, leathery green leaves and delicate white to pinkish flowers in spring. It forms dense mats that are ideal for ground cover, thriving in sandy and rocky soils with little maintenance. Suggested Uses Perfect for ground cover, erosion control, rock gardens, and naturalized landscapes. Its low-growing habit makes it suitable for sustainable gardening and native plantings. Plant Details Botanical Name: Massachusetts Bearberry Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Massachusetts' Common Name: Massachusetts Bearberry Size & Growth: Typically 4-6 inches tall with a spreading habit up to 3 feet wide Hardiness Zones: 2-6 Foliage Type: Evergreen Bloom Time: Spring (April–May) Growth Rate: Slow to Moderate Light Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes, bees and butterflies Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for containers with good drainage Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Non-toxic to pets Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Native grasses, sedges, and other drought-tolerant plants Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-draining soil, in a location with full sun to partial shade. Space plants 12-18 inches apart for ground cover. Soil Moisture: Drought-tolerant, prefers dry to medium moisture soils Soil Type: Sandy, rocky, or well-draining loamy soils Humidity: Adaptable, best in low to moderate humidity Pruning Instructions: Minimal pruning required; remove dead or damaged growth in early spring Winter Care: Generally winter-hardy; protect roots in colder zones if necessary Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in nursery or slightly shallower Fertilization: Not generally required; supplement with low nitrogen fertilizer in early spring if desired Special Care: Tolerant of poor soils and drought, minimal watering after establishment
