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Alaska Saltbush
Atriplex gmelinii var. alaskensis
Alaska Saltbush (Atriplex gmelinii var. alaskensis) is a rugged perennial shrub native to Alaska and Siberia. Growing 1-3 meters high, its leaves are opposite, lance-shaped and silver-green in color. Its yellow-green flowers bloom in clusters and its fruits are small and triangular shaped. It adapts to harsh climates and soils, making it ideal for revegetations, windbreaks, and coastal habitats. It is drought tolerant and loves salt, making it a great choice for areas subject to flooding or coastal erosion. Alaska Saltbush can also be used as a food source for wildlife.
Sunlight
Partial Shade
Water Needs
medium
Water Every
7-10 days
Sun Needs
partial-shade
Growth
Low
Care Level
Low
Season
Fall
Sep Oct Nov
Winter
Dec Jan Feb
Spring
Mar Apr May
Summer
Jun Jul Aug
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
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Aug
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Oct
Nov
Dec
Pruning Time
How to Propagate
Seed Propagation
Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost date
Cutting
Take 4-6" cuttings in spring, root in water or moist soil
Layering Propagation
Bend stem to soil surface, cover lightly, roots form in 4-6 weeks
Division
Divide root ball in spring, replant sections immediately
Grafting Propagation
Join scion to rootstock, bind securely until healed
Is This Plant Right for You?
Good For:
- •Beginners
- •Homes with pets
Consider Carefully:
- •Indoor growing
- •Infrequent watering
Bloom Seasons
Care Tips
Light Requirements
Enjoys dappled or limited direct sun—about 2–4 hours of morning or late afternoon light and protection during peak midday sun.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water when top inch of soil is dry.