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Atriplex hortensis var. rubra
- Good for Cutting
- Loved by Garden Birds
- Self-sows
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Tried & tested by Sarah
Super productive variety
Easy to grow
A multi-purpose edible and ornamental plant with soft textured, tasty basal leaves in spring and early summer, delicious in salads
I also grow Atriplex hortensis as an ornamental plant, when left to grow to full size, flower and seed it looks beautiful. I then pick it to arrange with dahlias, euphorbias and zinnias or any late summer or autumn flowers.
Please note, illustrated packets are being introduced gradually over the coming months, availability may vary.
- Good for Cutting
- Loved by Garden Birds
- Self-sows
Product details
- Type
- Edible Crop
- Position
- Kitchen Garden
- Soil
- Broad Tolerance
- Height
- 1.2m (4ft)
- Common name
- Red Orache
- Moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- Full Sun
- Spread
- 30cm (12in)
- Cultivation
- Sow under cover spring or autumn. When seedlings are large enough to handle, prick out into individual pots and grow on before planting out from April. Sow direct April-September.
Care Tips
Grow in well-drained soil in full sun, water freely in dry weather. May require support. Remove seedheads if you do not want it to self-sow or leave them in place for the birds.
