Atriplex canescens
Fourwing Saltbush
Description
This shrub grows to 4'-8' wide and 3'-6' tall. It has gray green leaves and non-showy flowers. It is tolerant of reflected sun and uses very little water, once it's established. It only needs to be irrigated about once a month after it's established, in spring and summer. It has a dense rounded form; fruit on females starts chartreuse turning brown. Good wildlife food as well as shelter. To keep compact, cut back by one third each year before spring growth. Pollen may cause hay fever.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
6-12'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Grey Green, Silver
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Brown, Pink
Fruit Season
Summer
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
Growth Rate
Slow
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
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Background, Shrub Border, Foundation, With Rocks
Special Uses
Erosion Control, Hedge, Screen, Mass Planting, Naturalizing, Medicinal
Attracts Wildlife
Birds, Wildlife
Water Saving Tip:
Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.
Ask at your local nursery for the types of plants that have minimal watering needs.