Atriplex hortensis, Garden Orache, is a fast-growing annual herb cultivated for its edible leaves, used like spinach. It features green, red, or purple foliage and can re
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Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist, avoid waterlogging.
Soil
Well-drained, fertile loam with a pH of 6.0-7.5. It tolerates a range of soil types but performs best in rich, organic-matter-amended soil.
Temperature
Cool to moderate temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Benefits from fertile soil; light feeding if needed.
Full sun to partial shade.
Full sun for best growth, partial shade in hot climates.
Keep soil consistently moist, avoid waterlogging.
Especially during dry periods and for young plants.
Well-drained, fertile loam with a pH of 6.0-7.5. It tolerates a range of soil types but performs best in rich, organic-matter-amended soil.
Cool to moderate temperatures.
Ideal 10-25 °C; hot weather can cause bolting.
Outdoor
Benefits from fertile soil; light feeding if needed.
Incorporate compost or balanced organic fertilizer.
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Vegetable, Foliage, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Annuals
Plant Height
1-2.5 m
Spread
0.3-0.6 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Leaf Color
Green, Red, Purple
Leaf Type
Triangular to ovate, alternate
Flower Size
Less than 1 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
75000
Toxic for humans
No
Rating: 0/5
Toxic for pets
No
Rating: 0/5
Edible
Yes
Contains oxalates, but generally considered safe for human consumption in typical culinary amounts. Not listed as toxic to pets by major sources.
