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Atriplex canescens
Fourwing Saltbush
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
Water Saving Tip:
Use multiple cycles of irrigation on watering days. Most sprinklers deliver water faster than soils can absorb it.
By breaking up the watering time into smaller segments, runoff can be greatly reduced.