Species Halberd Leaf Orache
lime-green leaves with red-green flowers on brown-red stems

Halberd Leaf Orache

Atriplex patula

Also Known As - Spear Saltbush,Spearscale,Spreading Orache,Spear Orache
The Halberd Leaf Orache, also known by its scientific name Atriplex patula, is an edible plant with triangular-shaped leaves that form a rosette. It is low-growing and usually found in dry environments, particularly along coasts, riverbanks, near ponds and in grassland. Each leaf is around 7 inches long, often with a pointed tip and a toothed margin, alternately arranged along the glossy green stemmed. The highlight of this perennial species is the springtime stalks of tiny green flowers with red-tipped sepals. The species is easily propagated by seeds and provides a valuable food source for wild animals and birds.

Watering:

Minimal

Propagation:

Seed Propagation,Cutting,Division,Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

Sun:

full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Growth Rate:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Invasive:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

The Halberd Leaf Orache is an easy-to-care-for plant that enjoys moist, well-drained soil. Water the plant regularly, allowing the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. Orach is a bit more tolerant of dry conditions than some other leafy vegetables, but in general, it should be watered every 7–14 days. For best growth, water more often in hot, dry conditions. try to water deeply, to encourage deep roots. When you water, do your best to keep the water off of the foliage, as wet leaves can lead to fungal diseases.

sunlight

Halberd Leaf Orache plants, usually also known as 'Pattypan', require 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day during the growing season. This should take place during the hottest part of the day. During the winter months, the plant ideally needs 4-6 hours of indirect sunlight each day. Direct sunlight for a longer period of time is not recommended as this can cause the foliage to burn or become damaged. Halberd Leaf Orache plants also benefit from some shade throughout the day, which reduces the risk of sunburn.

pruning

Halberd Leaf Orache should be pruned twice a year for healthy growth, once in late winter or early spring and again in midsummer. Prune the plant when it is small and new growth starts to occur, before it begins to flower. In late winter or early spring, prune the Halberd Leaf Orache to shape and to remove any dead wood. Cut back unwanted shoots to 3 leaves from the base. In midsummer, prune new growth that has formed since the first pruning session. Cut back new shoots to 3 leaves from the base and selectively thin out areas of dense growth. Prune any dead or diseased wood back to its origin. To encourage bushier growth, selective tips pruning in midsummer can also be done. Halberd Leaf Orache generally doesn't require heavy pruning and should not be pruned severely as this can hinder its growth.