Kinnickinnick
Arctostaphylos uva ursi 'Emerald Carpet
Kinnickinnick
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A thick and even evergreen groundcover that is great for controlling errosion. Blooms a little less prolifically than its fellow kinnickkinnick counterparts but makes up for it with a lovely dense uniform habit. Small white flowers begin midwinter and early spring then are followed by small red berries.
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Adds winter interest.
- Deer resistant.
Quick answers
How big does Kinnickinnick get?
About 6-12" tall and 5' wide at maturity.
How much sun does Kinnickinnick need?
Full Sun (6+ hours).
How much water does Kinnickinnick need?
Low water use.
Will Kinnickinnick grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 2, so it suits sites in zone 2 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Is Kinnickinnick deer resistant?
Yes, deer usually leave it alone.
Where can I buy Kinnickinnick in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.
Can landscape contractors buy Kinnickinnick wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.