tree purslane
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A compact semi-evergreen shrub to 2m, with striking, silvery-grey ovate leaves to 5cm long; occasionally bears insignificant greenish flowers in loose sprays in summer
Scientific classification
- Species
- tree purslane (Atriplex halimus)
- Genus
- Atriplex
- Family
- Amaranthaceae
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- Toxicity
- Shrubs
- Plant type
- 1.5-2.5 metres
- Height
- 1-1.5 metres
- Spread
- Semi evergreen
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of tree purslane
Distribution map
Mediterranean
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of tree purslane
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tree purslane care guide
- Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterlogging
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterlogging
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks spring through summer growth
Pruning
PruningLittle pruning is needed. Remove diseased, damaged, crowded or crossing shoots and unwanted growth. Timing depends on the plant: generally late winter or early spring; plants prone to bleeding and deciduous magnolias need different timing, and deciduous azaleas and lilacs are pruned after flowering.
Propagation
PropagationRoot softwood cuttings in summer
Growing
GrowingGrow in well-drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil in full sun, sheltered from cold dry winds
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally trouble free
Pests
Generally trouble free
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