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Eremophila divaricata
Spreading Emu Bush
Notes

Uses: As a useful low screening plant or for use in large containers. Grows well in a wide range of soil and climatic conditions.
Caution - branches end in spines.
Note: Although this species is not classified under the Sewerage Act, it is recommended that it not be planted closer than two metres to any sewer main or connection.
Note: Fire retardant plant as per SA Country Fire Service, contact for further information.

  • Height 1-2m
  • Spread 1-3m
  • Position
    • position-fullsun Full Sun
    • position-partshade Part Shade
  • Family Myoporaceae
  • Botanical Name Eremophila divaricata
  • Common Name Spreading Emu Bush
  • Origin SA, VIC, NSW
  • Habit Spreading, Branches often intertwined
  • Landscape Plains, Watercourse
  • Soil Texture Sand, Loam, Clay
  • pH Acidic, Alkaline, Neutral
  • Tolerates Drought, Heavy frost, Lime, Soil salinity, Fire
  • Supplementary Watering Minimal
  • Flower Colour Blue
  • Flowering Time Spring, Summer
  • Flower Type Tubular
  • Purpose Habitat, Ornamental, Screen
  • Form Medium Shrub (Usually between 1.2m & 3.6m)