Mediterranean Saltbush
Also known as
Shrubby Orache, saltbush and sea orache
Taxonomy
Atriplex halimus
Atriplex
Amaranthaceae
Caryophyllales
How to care for Mediterranean Saltbush
Water
How often to water your Mediterranean Saltbush
every 9
Mediterranean Saltbush needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9
Light
Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
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Finding light for Mediterranean Saltbush in your home
a window
Mediterranean Saltbush love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Mediterranean Saltbush does not tolerate low-light 🚫.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Mediterranean Saltbush in your home 🏡.
Nutrients
How to fertilize Mediterranean Saltbush
Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Mediterranean Saltbush after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
FAQs
Mediterranean Saltbush prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Mediterranean Saltbush requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.
Care Summary for Mediterranean Saltbush
Mediterranean Saltbush
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 1ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.
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