Spiny Saltbush - Chenopodium / rhagodia spinescens (Hedge saltbush) seeds

Rhagodia spinescens (Spiny Saltbush)
A hardy shrub with silvery foliage, ideal for low-maintenance landscaping and wildlife habitats.

Quick Facts

• Height: Small to medium shrub
• Flowering: Cream flowers in spring
• Soil: Most soil types with good drainage
• Climate: Frost and drought tolerant, thrives in coastal areas
• Special Features: Dense, thorny foliage provides excellent shelter for small wildlife

Why Grow Rhagodia spinescens?
This hardy, low-maintenance shrub is perfect for landscaping, particularly in coastal or semi-arid areas. Its dense, silvery foliage offers year-round visual appeal and makes an excellent shelter for small birds and lizards. Known for its fire-retardant properties, this shrub is both practical and attractive. Ideal for habitat gardens or as a food source for stock in semi-arid areas.

Bush Food Note

• Edible Parts:
  • Leaves: Can be eaten raw or cooked, with a pleasantly salty flavor.
  • Fruit: Sweet and palatable, best eaten raw.
• Uses: A versatile bush tucker plant for salads, cooked dishes, or as a natural snack.

How to Grow

• Sowing Instructions:

  • Seed Preparation: Sow in spring, covering the seeds lightly with soil.
  • Watering: Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged.
  • Germination Time: Approximately one week.

• Planting and Care:

  • Position: Full sun to light shade.
  • Soil: Tolerates most soil types, provided there is good drainage.
  • Maintenance: Annual pruning enhances the plant's dense habit.

Uses in Your Garden

• Ornamental: Silvery foliage adds texture and contrast to gardens.
• Practical: Fire-retardant and suitable for low-maintenance landscaping.
• Habitat: Provides excellent shelter for small birds and lizards.

Germination Tips

• Timing: Sow seeds in spring after the last frost.
• Care: Transplant seedlings into individual pots when they are large enough to handle.
• Spacing: Allow room for the shrub’s dense growth habit.

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Transform your garden with the hardy and versatile Rhagodia spinescens. Its silvery foliage, bush tucker potential, and habitat value make it a standout choice for any landscape. Add this resilient shrub to your garden today!