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Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Massachusetts'
Choose Massachusetts Bearberry for a dry, sandy slope or native groundcover where turf struggles; the tradeoff is patience, because it fills in steadily rather than giving instant cover.
Buy This If
You need erosion help on lean soil.
You want native evergreen groundcover.
You can wait for coverage.
Skip This If
You need fast full coverage.
The site stays wet.
You want a taller shrub.
PGNE Report Card
Category
Grade
Why
Landscape Impact
B
It gives a low native carpet with spring flowers and red berries, but it will not read strongly from a distance.
Growth Rate
C+
It spreads steadily, but customers should plan for gradual coverage rather than an instant filled-in bed.
Maintenance
A-
Once established, it needs little pruning and handles lean soil, but weed control matters while it fills in.
Deer Resistance
A-
Deer usually pass this by, since the foliage deters browsing, though no plant is completely immune where pressure is severe.
Small Space Fit
A
Its low habit works well in tight strips, slopes, and edges as long as drainage is good.
Screening Value
F
This is a groundcover, not a privacy or screening plant.
Our Experience
At PGNE, we'd typically recommend this where drainage is sharp and competition is low; prepare the area well, because early weed pressure is what makes bearberry look uneven.
Plant Facts
Mature Height
0.75 ft
Mature Width
1.5 ft
Hardiness Zones
2a-6a
Spacing
1.5 ft
Sun
Full Sun to Part Shade
Moisture
Dry to average
Growth Habit
Spreading, mat-forming groundcover
Customers Usually Ask
Will it grow in poor sandy soil?
Yes, that is one of its better uses once roots are established.
Does it need rich soil?
No; rich, wet soil can work against it.
Will it stop erosion right away?
No; use mulch or erosion fabric while it roots and fills in.
Why buy for fall color
See the actual color before you buy it
Foliage, berries and late bloom — all three seasons of interest
Fall planting means roots established before winter
Shrubs Grown to Perform in New England
At Pro Growers of New England, our shrubs are grown and maintained locally to perform in true New England conditions. From flowering varieties to evergreen foundation plants, each shrub is properly spaced, pruned, and cared for to develop strong root systems and balanced structure before it ever reaches your landscape.
Unlike large online sellers that ship plants long distances, we invite you to visit our nursery, walk the rows, and inspect the exact shrubs available. You can see the size, health, and fullness in person — ensuring there are no surprises upon delivery.
They're very "leggy" right now but that's not unexpected in the fall. Otherwise, they look healthy, and we're looking forward to seeing them next year.
Showed up on time and planted it perfectly. I indicated a light we had to illuminate it and they placed it for optimal lighting. Worked fast and left a clean worksite. First rate!
Installation Service
Jon Kenyon
Really great website, communication and installation. Very happy customer and would recommend them.
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Anonymous
They delivered three trees: a big linden, a big poplar and a little spice bush with install on the big trees. The install guys were great and professional and fast. All the trees looked good with minimal damage.
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Joseph Sico
I went up there today from Quincy MA to pick up two Blue Wichita Junipers and they were absolutely beautiful. Thank you, Chris and everybody from Pro Growers of New England!
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Aileen Maconi
The plants are beautiful and all 13 were consistent in height and width. And at a fraction of the cost of other garden centers. Having the team that delivered them do the planting was one of the best values I can think of. They did a great job from start to finish and even helped me with my watering system which they didn’t have to do!