Atriplex canescens
Atriplex canescens
Fourwing saltbush
Fourwing saltbush
Previous scientific name(s): Atriplex canescens ssp. canescens
Medium to tall, drought resistant, deciduous or evergreen shrub adapted to a wide range of soils from near sea level to 8,500 ft. Not tolerant of high water tables. Excellent palatability to all classes of livestock and wildlife. Provides excellent cover for birds and small mammals. Since this plant occurs over such a wide range of ecotypes, it is important to plant seed that was harvested in similar environmental conditions, especially precipitation, temperature and elevation.
Varieties:
Species Attributes
Height:
2
- 7
feet
Native or Introduced:
Native
Precipitation:
5
in.
Sun & Shade Tolerance:


Elevation:
0
- 8,500
ft.
Soil Texture
Coarse:
Best
Moderately Coarse:
Best
Medium:
Best
Moderately Fine:
Best
Fine:
Marginal
Soil pH
Acidic:
Not Adapted
Neutral:
Average
Basic:
Best
Seeding Rate:
PLS lbs/Acre
Pure Seed per Bushel:
11.60 lbs.
Seeds per Pound:
52,000
Germination Time:
Days
Mycorrhizal Dependent:
No
Bloom Color:
Inconspicuous
Blooming Season:
Summer




