Four-Wing Saltbush

The Silverscale Saltbush should be watered once every week during the growing season (June to September). Water the plant until the soil is slightly damp, but never soggy. Watering frequency should then be decreased to once every 2 weeks during the fall (October to November) and should be done less and less as the winter approaches and days begin to shorten. During the winter, the Silverscale Saltbush should only be watered when the soil has been completely dry for 2-3 weeks. When water is given, use enough but do not over-water as this could cause root damage.

Silverscale Saltbush flourishes in full sunlight, receiving at least 6 hours of light per day. While this species can withstand partial shade, it will grow and thrive best in environments with direct sunlight for most of the day. It is especially well-suited to growing in climates with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters, as it is native to desert regions of the western United States. In warmer areas, however, it can tolerate less direct sunlight in summer months and more in winter months.

Silverscale Saltbush should be pruned annually in the spring. Pruning too early in the season can slow the shrub’s growth and reduce its flowering potential. Pruning should be done to remove any dead, diseased, or damaged branches, as well as any overly long stems. Pruning should also be done to limit the size of the plant and to encourage a bushier look. Pruning should involve removing the oldest, largest branches while preserving the smaller, younger ones. It's best to only remove no more than 1/3 of the plant at any 1 time, as more aggressive pruning may kill the bush.