About
Nitraria retusa is a spiny shrub from arid regions producing small, fleshy leaves and clusters of small, white flowers followed by small, fleshy, red fruits. A rewarding and drought-tolerant shrub for a sunny, very well-drained position.
About the genus
Nitraria are spiny shrubs from arid regions of the Old World with small, fleshy leaves and clusters of small flowers followed by fleshy fruits. Grown in sunny, very well-drained positions.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.