Eremophila pterocarpa – Emu Bush

Eremophila pterocarpa - emu bush
Eremophila pterocarpa - emu bush

This emu bush is an attractive small to large shrub with grey foliage and orange, yellow or pink tubular shaped flowers in winter to spring. They are attractive to birds and insects. Need well drained soil and low humidity and a sunny spot. Only feed with a low phosphorus native fertiliser. Drought and frost tolerant.

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Family : Scrophulariaceae

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Plant Type : Small shrub, Large shrub

Width : 4

Flowering Time : Spring, Winter

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

Climate Zone : Warm temperate, Mediterranean, Semi-arid, Arid

Growth Habit : Evergreen, Spreading

Soil Moisture : Dry, Well-drained

Special Uses : Pipe and drain friendly

Scientific Name: Eremophila pterocarpa

Common Name : Emu Bush

Height : 6

Flower Color : Yellow, Pink, Orange

pH Level : Neutral, Alkaline

Plant Environment : Low maintenance garden, Drought resistant

Light : Sunny, Light shade

Lifespan : Perennial

Frost Tolerance : Tolerates light frost

Attracts Wildlife : Bees, Nectar eating birds, Butterflies, Other insects