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California Native Plant

Atriplex canescens

Fourwing Saltbush

Plant photo of: Atriplex canescens
Information by: Kathleen Moore        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Medium shrub grows to 5' x 8'. Gray green leaves and non-showy flowers. Tolerant of reflected sun and very little water. Native across much of western North America. Dense rounded form. Fruit on females starts chartreuse turning brown. Good wildlife food as well as shelter.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

6-12'

Flower Color

Green

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

Leaf Color

Grey Green, Grey

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Water

Very Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

Allergenic

Design Styles

Ranch, Spanish, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

n/a

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Background, Shrub Border, Foundation, With Rocks

Special Uses

Erosion Control, Hedge, Screen, Mass Planting, Naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife

Wildlife

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a 2" layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost, or aged sawdust.

Inorganic mulches such as gravel are also acceptable.