Eremophila microtheca
HEATH-LIKE EMU BUSH
Scrophulariaceae

 
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Plant type: evergreen shrub

Hardiness zones: 9-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to constantly moist

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, sand, mildly acidic to alkaline

Tolerances: second line salt wind, medium soil salinity
1m
Plant habit
 
1m

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Origins: Australia, WA

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Eremophila microtheca
HEATH-LIKE EMU BUSH
Scrophulariaceae

 

  Plant type: evergreen shrub

Hardiness zones: 9-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to constantly moist

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, sand, mildly acidic to alkaline

Tolerances: second line salt wind, medium soil salinity
1m
Plant habit
 
1m

FEATURES

Flowers: mauve

Flowering Time: early spring, late winter

Leaves: aromatic; grey-green


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits mediterranean, dry style, coastal, cottage & bush designs

Uses: informal hedge, border

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average

Animals: nectar






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