Genus Species: Enchylaena tomentosa
Common / Product Name: Ruby Saltbush

Habit: GROUND COVER (GC)

Available Sizes
Tube

Height x Width: Prostrate to 1m x 0.5 - 1m

Pruning: None

Frost Tolerance: High

Coastal Tolerance: Medium

Clay & Heavy Soil Tolerance: Medium / Well Drained

Drought Tolerance: High

Origin: Australian Plant

Evergreen: Yes

Flowering: no flowering

Flower Colour: Tiny Red or Yellow Berries

Irrigation: Once established low water.

Lower Temperatures: Occasional temperatures as low as -8°C once established.

Upper Temperatures: Temperatures to the Low 40's°C. Not suitable for humidity. Can be planted along coastal frontage with good air flow.

Fertilising: Slow release low phosphorus fertilizer.

Environment: Plants selected suitable for Melbourne surrounds and southern states of Australia.