Eremophila divaricata – Emu Bush

Eremophila divaricata - emu bush
Eremophila divaricata - emu bush
Eremophila divaricata - emu bush

This ornamental shrub has mauve to pink flowers with beautifully spotted throats through spring and summer. The foliage is fine and responds well to pruning.
Frost and drought tolerant, but dislikes excess humidity. Plant in a sunny spot, in a well drained alkaline soil. Can take some shade, and light to heavier soils.

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Family : Scrophulariaceae

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Plant Type : Small shrub

Width : 1.5

Flowering Time : Spring, Summer

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

Climate Zone : Warm temperate, Mediterranean, Semi-arid

Growth Habit : Evergreen, Dense foliage, Weeping

Soil Moisture : Well-drained

Special Uses : Pipe and drain friendly, Playground friendly

Scientific Name: Eremophila divaricata

Common Name : Emu Bush

Height : 1.8

Flower Color : White, Mauve

pH Level : Acid, Neutral, Alkaline

Plant Environment : Low maintenance garden, Container growing, Flower garden, Drought resistant

Light : Sunny, Light shade

Lifespan : Perennial

Frost Tolerance : Tolerates light frost

Attracts Wildlife : Bees, Butterflies, Other insects