Arctostaphylos manzanita 'Byrd Hill', Common Manzanita Size:0.5 qt 1-inch orchid-like dark purple flowers

1-inch orchid-like dark purple flowers appear summer-fall

it can grow to more than 15 feet tall and will be evergreen in climates that stay above 25º F

White blooms on the new wood in mid-summer

Golden leaves are an added bonus to this deciduous shrub with white flowers that perfume the garden in early summer

leathery leaves

Arctostaphylos manzanita 'Byrd Hill', Common Manzanita Size:0.5 qt 1-inch orchid-like dark purple flowers'Byrd Hill' is a good choice for gardeners looking for the fast growing species, A. manzanita, but want a shrub that's not quite as giant, and one that grows with an upright vase shaped form rather than the usual dome. Large, green oval leaves, the signature mahogany bark, and white blooms in late winter. Mature size: 8 10 ft T x 6 8 ft W Minimum temperature: 10 F Not recommended for hot and humid climates.