Ruby saltbush
Enchylaena tomentosa
Ruby saltbush is a tough Australian native shrub well suited to dry, open landscapes and coastal gardens. It requires very little water once established and tolerates poor soils, making it ideal for low-maintenance native plantings. The small, fleshy red berries attract wildlife and add seasonal colour with almost no intervention required.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
24″
Watering Schedule
Every 14-21 Days; Very Drought Tolerant Once Established • Water Deeply But Infrequently; Allow Soil To Dry Completely Between Waterings
Soil pH
6 – 7
Temperature
-20° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed, Cutting
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Jan 1, 1970 by Endemia - Daniel & Irène Létocart (cc-by-nc)
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