Evergreen

Vancouver Jade bearberry

Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Vancouver Jade'

‘Vancouver Jade’ bearberry forms a low evergreen cover with glossy leaves that can turn red-bronze in winter. Pink flowers appear from spring into early summer in the Pacific Northwest, followed by red fruit in autumn. Expect a plant about 6–12 inches tall and allow about 3–5 feet across as it grows. It suits a sunny or partly shaded groundcover planting where its stems have room to spread. Choose acidic, well-drained soil, especially where winter rain can leave beds wet. This selection is more vigorous than many other bearberries, but routine hedge trimming is unnecessary.

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At a glance

Mature height: About 6–12 in.
Mature spread: About 3–5 ft.
Light: Full sun or partial shade
Hardiness: Generally USDA zone 3 and warmer

The right plant, the right place

Make room for something good.

The low evergreen habit suits groundcover plantings. Allow about 3–5 feet of width for each plant as it grows.

Where to plant

Choose full sun or partial shade. Leave space around the plant for air circulation and its spreading growth.

Through the seasons

Glossy leaves can turn red-bronze in winter. Pink flowers may appear from spring into early summer, with red fruit in autumn.

Southwest Washington gardens

Give it a good start.

In Southwest Washington, prioritize drainage where winter rain leaves soil wet. Local planting guidance includes this cultivar, but site conditions still matter.