Spotted Emu Bush

Eremophila Maculata

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Overview

The Spotted Emu Bush, Eremophila maculata, is a vibrant Australian native, prized for its spotted bell-shaped flowers, ranging from pink to crimson. Hardy and drought-tolerant, it reaches up to 5 feet tall and wide. Preferring full sun, it thrives in well-drained soil. Ideal for xeriscapes, this evergreen provides year-round interest with minimal maintenance. USDA Zones: 8-11. Attracts birds and pollinators, enhancing biodiversity.

Zones 10–10

Spotted Emu Bush (Eremophila Maculata) — is a vibrant Australian native

Spotted Emu Bush (Eremophila Maculata) — ranging from pink to crimson

Spotted Emu Bush (Eremophila Maculata) — prized for its spotted bell-shaped flowers

Spotted Emu Bush (Eremophila Maculata) — Hardy and drought-tolerant, it reaches up to 5 feet tall and wide

Spotted Emu Bush (Eremophila Maculata) — Preferring full sun, it thrives in well-drained soil

Spotted Emu Bush (Eremophila Maculata) — Attracts birds and pollinators, enhancing biodiversity

Spotted Emu Bush (Eremophila Maculata) — Ideal for xeriscapes, this evergreen provides year-round interest with minimal maintenance

Culture

USDA zones: 10–10

Shape & size

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Spotted Emu Bush (Eremophila Maculata) — is a vibrant Australian native

Spotted Emu Bush (Eremophila Maculata) — ranging from pink to crimson

Spotted Emu Bush (Eremophila Maculata) — prized for its spotted bell-shaped flowers

Spotted Emu Bush (Eremophila Maculata) — Hardy and drought-tolerant, it reaches up to 5 feet tall and wide

Spotted Emu Bush (Eremophila Maculata) — Preferring full sun, it thrives in well-drained soil

Spotted Emu Bush (Eremophila Maculata) — Attracts birds and pollinators, enhancing biodiversity

Spotted Emu Bush (Eremophila Maculata) — Ideal for xeriscapes, this evergreen provides year-round interest with minimal maintenance

Spotted Emu Bush (Eremophila Maculata) — The Spotted Emu Bush, or Eremophila maculata, is a distinctive and vibrant addition to any waterwise landscape

Spotted Emu Bush (Eremophila Maculata) — This Australian native shrub typically reaches heights of 4 to 6 feet and spreads 4 to 5 feet wide

Spotted Emu Bush (Eremophila Maculata) — it provides flexibility in design

Spotted Emu Bush (Eremophila Maculata) — With a growth habit that can be adjusted through pruning

Spotted Emu Bush (Eremophila Maculata) — The blossoms come in a range of colors from pink to burgundy

Spotted Emu Bush (Eremophila Maculata) — tubular flowers that bloom predominantly in winter and spring

Spotted Emu Bush (Eremophila Maculata) — often with contrasting spots that add visual intrigue

Spotted Emu Bush (Eremophila Maculata) — lance-shaped leaves that are a grey-green hue

Spotted Emu Bush (Eremophila Maculata) — These flowers are a magnet for hummingbirds

Spotted Emu Bush (Eremophila Maculata) — making it an ideal choice for drought-resistant gardens

Spotted Emu Bush (Eremophila Maculata) — Eremophila maculata thrives in full sun and requires minimal watering once established

Spotted Emu Bush (Eremophila Maculata) — lending a soft texture to the landscape

Spotted Emu Bush (Eremophila Maculata) — Ensure the site allows plenty of room for the bush to achieve its full size and shape for optimal impact

Spotted Emu Bush (Eremophila Maculata) — consider its reliance on well-draining soil and its potential as a focal point due to its vibrant flowering

Spotted Emu Bush (Eremophila Maculata) — prized for its spotted bell-shaped flowers; it provides flexibility in design

Spotted Emu Bush (Eremophila Maculata) — is a vibrant Australian native; hardy and drought-tolerant, it reaches up to 5 feet tall and wide

Spotted Emu Bush (Eremophila Maculata) — red flowers in the garden