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California Native Plant

Atriplex lentiformis breweri

Brewer's Saltbush

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Information by: Elkhorn Native Plant Nursery        Photographer: Elkhorn Nursery

 

Description

The quail bush is a densely branched deciduous shrub that grows to 9 x 12. It has gray-green leaves and yellow flowers in mid summer. The stems have spines. Plant in full sun. Responds well to pruning. Native to California and is very drought tolerant. It also attracts beneficial insects and butterflies.

 

Sun

Full

Water

Very Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.

One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.