Eremophila arachnoides – Emu Bush

Eremophila arachnoides - emu bush
Eremophila arachnoides - emu bush

An open shrub to 3 metres tall, which has purple blue and white flowers in spring. Native to desert areas of Western Australia, so is very drought tolerant. Dislikes excess humidity.

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Family : Scrophulariaceae

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Plant Type : Large shrub

Width : 2

Flowering Time : Spring

Soil Type : Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Poor soil

Climate Zone : Mediterranean, Semi-arid, Arid

Growth Habit : Evergreen, Open foliage

Soil Moisture : Dry, Well-drained

Special Uses : Erosion control

Scientific Name: Eremophila arachnoides

Common Name : Emu Bush

Height : 3

Flower Color : White, Mauve

pH Level : Acid, Neutral, Alkaline

Plant Environment : Low maintenance garden, Drought resistant

Light : Sunny, Light shade

Lifespan : Perennial

Frost Tolerance : Tolerates light frost

Attracts Wildlife : Bees, Butterflies, Other insects