Atriplex polycarpa

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Desert Saltbush

  
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Description

Small silvery blue leaves. Males & females. Native on alkaline flats < 3500' in West. Full sun. Very drought tolerant will survive on available rainfall. 3' x 6'. Slow or moderate depending on moisture. Mounding, gray & sprawling. Will tolerate wet areas also. Good for reveg in extremely alkaline or arid situations. Primary use is for erosion control. Cattle are fond of it. Birds also like seeds. Produces moderate amts of pollen. Fast. Australian.

 

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Plant Type

Shrub, Ground cover

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

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Flower Season

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Leaf Color

Grey Green, Grey

 

Bark Color

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Fruit Color

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Fruit Season

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Water Saving Tip:

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

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