Shrubs
Fourwing Saltbush
Atriplex canescens
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Tolerates tough conditions and serves as an excellent wildlife plant. Photo credit: Kirti Mathura
The Basics
Type: ShrubsSun: Full/reflected SunHardiness: 0°FWater: Very LowNative To: western North AmericaGrowth
Growth Rate: ModerateMature Height: 5'Mature Width: 8'Mature Form: Rounded, denseFoliage
EvergreenColor: Gray-greenTexture: MediumWildlife
Provides forage and shelter for wildlifeFlowers
Flower Color: GreenSeason: Spring, SummerComments
Litter: LowThorns: NoneAllergenicIrritation: None![](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwebcms.amwua.org%2Fmedia%2F157123975567758b08.jpg&w=3840&q=75)
Photo By: Kirti Mathura
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Photo By: Kirti Mathura
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Photo By: Kirti Mathura