Manzanita in Ghost Purple - Woodturning

In this video we turn a piece of Manzanita cast in Ghost Purple epoxy.
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The manzanita bush, belonging to the genus Arctostaphylos, is an evergreen shrub native to the western United States, especially California. It thrives in dry, rocky soils and varies in size from ground covers to small trees. Notable for its smooth, reddish-brown bark and small, leathery leaves, manzanitas produce bell-shaped flowers and berry-like fruits that support local wildlife. Ecologically, they stabilize soil and provide habitats, while culturally, they have been used by Indigenous peoples for food and medicine. Popular in landscaping for their drought resistance and beauty, manzanitas face threats from habitat destruction and climate change, prompting conservation efforts.