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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Plant Type - Large shrub
Common Name - Emu Bush
Scientific Name - Eremophila arachnoides
Family - Scrophulariaceae
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Minimum Height - 2
Maximum Height - 3
Minimum Width - 1
Maximum Width - 2
Flower Colour - White, Mauve
Flowering Time - Spring
pH Level - Acid, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Type - Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Poor soil
Plant Environment - Low maintenance garden, Drought resistant
Climate Zone - Mediterranean, Semi-arid, Arid
Light - Sunny, Light shade
Growth Habit - Evergreen, Open foliage
Life Span - Perennial
Soil Moisture - Dry, Well-drained
Propagation Method - Seed, Softwood cutting, Semihardwood cutting
Frost Tolerance - Tolerates light frost
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Special Uses - Erosion control
Attracts Wildlife - Bees, Butterflies, Other insects
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