OLD MAN SALTBUSH

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Botanical Name: Atriplex nummularia

Description

The largest of the saltbushes, growing to 3m. The leaves are an attractive silvery-grey. Flowers appear throughout the year on separate male or female plants. Frost and salt tolerant, it is hardy and responds well to pruning. Can be used in wind breaks or pruned into an attractive hedge. Frequently used as a fodder plant for sheep and cattle as it is drought tolerant and is an excellent forage when other feed is scarce. Does best in a sunny, well drained position. It will not tolerate water logging.

Image	Price	Avail.	Propagation	Size	Buy Options
	$14.90	0	Seedling	Pot: 0.75L Height: 20-30cm	In Production
	$4.90	0	Seedling	Pot: 0.25L Height: 10-20cm	Seeking Propagation Material

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