Saltbush
Four-wing saltbush is one of the most widely distributed and important native shrubs on rangelands in the western United States. It is an important food source and shelter plant for many birds and mammals.
In the landscape, four-wing saltbush is an irregular shaped, mounding shrub. It has slender, blue-green leaves. Male plants have tiny, light yellow flowers at the tips of the branches. Female plants develop clusters of four-winged, tan seedheads in late summer. It is very tolerant of sunny, dry conditions once established.
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Saltbush
Four-wing saltbush is one of the most widely distributed and important native shrubs on rangelands in the western United States. It is an important food source and shelter plant for many birds and mammals.
In the landscape, four-wing saltbush is an irregular shaped, mounding shrub. It has slender, blue-green leaves. Male plants have tiny, light yellow flowers at the tips of the branches. Female plants develop clusters of four-winged, tan seedheads in late summer. It is very tolerant of sunny, dry conditions once established.
Plant details
Botanic Name
Atriplex canescens
Pronunciation
AT-rih-pleks kan-ESS-kens
Mature Height
3 to 4 ft.
Mature Spread
3 to 4 ft.
Water usage
Water Usage
One Droplet: Water twice per month or less, once established.
Two Droplets: Water about once per week, once established.
Three Droplets: Water about twice per week, once established.
Flower Color
yellow
Bloom time
mid- to late summer
Colorado Native
Yes
Natural Habitat
western United States
Light Requirements
sun
Cold Hardiness
USDA zone 4
Elevation Limit
hardy to 8,000 ft.
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