ATRIPLEX nummularia 'Silver Holly'
ATRIPLEX nummularia 'Silver Holly'
Commonly known as old man salt bush, Tree purslane
Silver, holly-like leaves. Small yellow flowers.
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Good to know
Useful for coastal hedging as is fully tolerant of moist, sea winds. -
Pests & Diseases
Generally pest and disease free -
Evergreen
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White
Greenish white, insignificant -
Australian / New Zealand
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Coastal / windswept
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Sub-tropical / mediterranean
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Silver
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Incised
Holly like soft leaves -
Height
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Spread
1.5 metres
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HedgeIdeal for hedging
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
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Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Hardy - average winter
Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Free draining sandy soil
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Tolerates all
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Full sun
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Mature Size
1.5 metres
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