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Shadscale Saltbush

Atriplex confertifolia

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per Plant - 5" Deep Pot
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ZONES  3-7 | Good to grow! Zone

• Atriplex confertifolia (Shadscale Saltbush) is an iconic and integral native shrub of the western United States
• Dense, spiny branches are covered in gray-green leaves that shimmer with a silvery sheen in sunlight
• With deep roots, this resilient plant thrives in arid climates and is an excellent choice for xeriscaping and restoration projects
• This compact shrub is an ideal addition to habitat gardens, providing shelter for wildlife and food for songbirds

Shadscale Saltbush

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Description

Atriplex confertifolia (Shadscale Saltbush) is a hardy shrub native to the lowest and driest parts of the Great Basin and the Intermountain West. It occurs from western Texas northwest to California, Oregon, and Montana, and northeast from Texas to North Dakota, including Colorado, New Mexico, Arizona, Nevada, and Utah. Shadscale saltbush scrub is a major community within the Mohave Desert. Its subtle, muted color palette of the silvery foliage blends seamlessly with the natural surroundings of deserts and dry regions.

Commonly found on dry slopes at high elevations ranging from 4,000 to 7,000 feet, Atriplex confertifolia prefers well-drained soils and full sun. This xeric plant requires very little water once established; overwatering can be detrimental, so allow the soil to dry between waterings.
Cutting propagated; all female plants.

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key features

Advantages
  • Attracts Birds
  • Attracts Beneficial Insects
  • Native
  • Privacy
  • Erosion Control
  • Rock Gardens
  • Soil Enhancing
Light Requirements
  • Full Sun
Bloom Time
Late spring to summer

Additional information

Planting Time
  • Fall
Soil Moisture
  • Waterwise
  • Very Waterwise
Soil Type
  • Sandy Soil
  • Well-Drained Soil
Mature Height
12-36" tall
Mature Spread
24-48" wide
Growing Zones
  • Zone 3
  • Zone 4
  • Zone 5
  • Zone 6
  • Zone 7
Native To
North America
Neonicotinoid Free
Yes
Non-GMO
No
Ships As
Potted Plant
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