| Common Name | Four-wing Saltcedar |
| Family | Tamaricaceae |
| Genus | Tamarix |
| Species | Tetrandra |
| Origin | Central Asia / Mediterranean |
| Blooming | Pink flower spikes in late spring/summer, occasional blooms indoors. |
| Leaf Color | Grey-green / Silvery green |
| Sunlight | Sun |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | Yes |
Well-drained sandy soil or alkaline mix, tolerates saline substrates well.
Drought tolerant once established. Water regularly in summer, reduce significantly in winter dormancy.
Requires full sun exposure for optimal growth and flowering; low tolerance for shade indoors.
Low nutrient needs. Apply diluted balanced fertilizer every 4 weeks during active growing season (Apr-Sept).
Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead wood; hard pruning tolerates well.
These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.
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