Rhagodia spinescens

Also Known As

Australian Saltbush

Plant type

shrub, perennial, groundcover

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 6'-9'

planting zones

9a-11

Rhagodia spinescens plant details

Rhagodia spinescens is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover shrub with blue foliage. and red fruit. Grows well with sun - shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhagodia spinescens

Plant type: perennial groundcover shrub
Plant family: amaranthaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 6 FT - 9 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Uses: xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhagodia spinescens

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat and seaside / salt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A beautiful silver foliaged groundcover that has pretty ruby-colored berries in the fall & winter. Growing 2-3’ tall & 6-9’ wide & not spiny as the name would have you think. Can grow taller if it has something to grow against like a fence or a wall. Inconspicuous blooms in Summer. They are followed by lovely 4” long clusters of ruby-red berries in Fall that contrast nicely with the grey foliage. Native to Australia, Rhagodia can tolerate drought, seaside conditions & even does well under Eucalyptus! Can take full shade but is best with sun.