Undecided on which size to use for your centerpieces? Try our Sample Pack of natural Red Manzanita branches and compare! Consists of one large box containing one piece of 18" to 24" and one piece of 24" to 30".

• One piece of 18" natural manzanita, one piece of 24" natural manzanita.
• See our mixed sample pack- one 18" natural manzanita, one 18" sandblasted manzanita!
• View a manzanita size chart here.
• Please read the Manzanita Buyer's Guide before purchasing manzanita branches.

From time to time, customers will ask us about the sustainability of the products we sell, such as Manzanita and Birch. The answer is simple: all of our natural products are harvested under very strict harvesting permits issued by the US Forest Service, within very specific harvest areas that are constantly changing. The guidelines for the actual harvest method is also strictly monitored, and actually assists in the governments' environmental management and fire abatement programs.

Every Manzanita branch is unique. The Manzanita photo for this product is a random example and is not the actual piece shipped.

Natural Branches: Consistently Inconsistent!

When purchasing natural branches such as Manzanita, Curly Willow and Birch, keep in mind that they are unlike other decorative branches used for floral design. Each one is an individual shape and sculpture, and may take on a variety of shapes and variations. Most professional centerpieces are created using several branches to achieve a full look, so always consider purchasing additional pieces or fillers. This needs to be a first consideration when purchasing your branches.

It's best to order your branches all at once. If you place an order today, and another order in a week, you will nearly always see a difference in the product. This is because the harvest areas change every 2-4 days, resulting in changes in the harvested product. No two harvests are ever the same.

The following characteristics of manzanita branches are naturally occurring, and are a part of working with the material.

Characteristics of Natural (red) Manzanita:

• Shape: shapes vary with each piece, harvest area, and time of year. Manzanita always grows wide and flat rather than symmetrically.
• Branches: branches can vary greatly in diameter with each piece.
• Size: sizes are approximate and vary with each piece, harvest area, and time of year.
• Bark: color and condition of the bark will vary with each season, harvest area and time of year. Spring through Summer (six month period), Manzanita bark will regenerate and peeling will take place. To remove loose or peeling bark, use a soft brush. For stubborn areas, use a light wire brush. Touch up with floral paint, such as Design Master's "October Brown" floral paint available at Michael's Crafts.
• Age: Manzanita branches will last indefinitely (we have centerpieces in our showroom that are several years old). Cracks and splits will occur as the wood naturally cures, however this will not cause them to break in half, fall apart, etc. Using the floral paint mentioned above to add color into the spliting areas makes them practically non-noticeable.
• Leaves: leaves are mechanically or manually removed, depending on the current season, harvest or time of year.