
Fat-hen
Atriplex prostrata
Fat-hen (hastate orache) is a salt-tolerant, adaptable annual that grows readily in disturbed, coastal, or nutrient-rich soils with minimal care. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and benefits from occasional watering during dry spells, though it is naturally resilient in poor conditions. The young leaves are edible and nutritious, making it a useful forage or heritage vegetable plant.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
12″
Watering Schedule
Every 10-14 Days • Water Moderately; Tolerates Saline And Moist Conditions Naturally
Soil pH
7 – 7.5
Temperature
-50° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Aug 8, 2021 by Dieter Cuypers (cc-by-sa)
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