Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Massachusetts'
Bearberry 'Massachusetts'
Fiche botanique
Ericaceae
Dense, spreading mat
Native groundcover shrub
Description
Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Massachusetts', or 'Massachusetts' bearberry, is an evergreen groundcover shrub with dense, glossy foliage, ideal for stabilizing dry embankments, rock gardens, or poor, sandy soils. Its leathery dark green foliage forms a uniform carpet that remains decorative all year round. In spring, it is adorned with pinkish-white bell-shaped flowers, followed by small red berries appreciated by wildlife. This selection is known for its cold hardiness, low growth, and very good salt tolerance, making it an excellent option for roadside landscaping or difficult soils. Subtle yet elegantly present, 'Massachusetts' offers a natural, resistant, and aesthetic solution for lasting ground cover.