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Valentine® Red Emu Bush
Eremophila maculata 'Valentine'
Pronunciation: er-em-oh-FY-luh mak-yuh-LAH-tuh
SKU #41552
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Once established, water occasionally.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; reaches 4 to 6 ft. tall and wide.
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| Description | A durable, compact evergreen shrub with a softly rounded shape, consisting of small grey-green summer foliage that develops a purplish hue in the winter. A profusion of inch-long, red tubular flowers form at branch tips in late winter to early spring. Creates a nice informal hedge in an arid xeriscape, providing excellent winter color. |
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| Bloom Time | Mid-winter to early spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Drought Tolerant, Road Salt Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Hedge, Accent |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Gray-green |
| Companion Plants | Muhly (Muhlenbergia); Desert Willow (Chilopsis); Salvia (Salvia); Red Yucca (Hesperaloe); Palo Verde (Cercidium); Mesquite (Prosopis); Texas Ranger (Leucophyllum) |
| Care Instructions | Thrives in average to lean, well-drained soils. Water regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Avoid over-watering. Slow growing until established. Blooms on new growth; prune in late spring after flowering to promote dense growth and prolific bloom. |
Details
| Description | A durable, compact evergreen shrub with a softly rounded shape, consisting of small grey-green summer foliage that develops a purplish hue in the winter. A profusion of inch-long, red tubular flowers form at branch tips in late winter to early spring. Creates a nice informal hedge in an arid xeriscape, providing excellent winter color. |
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| Bloom Time | Mid-winter to early spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Drought Tolerant, Road Salt Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Hedge, Accent |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Gray-green |
| Companion Plants | Muhly (Muhlenbergia); Desert Willow (Chilopsis); Salvia (Salvia); Red Yucca (Hesperaloe); Palo Verde (Cercidium); Mesquite (Prosopis); Texas Ranger (Leucophyllum) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Thrives in average to lean, well-drained soils. Water regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Avoid over-watering. Slow growing until established. Blooms on new growth; prune in late spring after flowering to promote dense growth and prolific bloom. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Valentine® Red Emu Bush produce flowers?
Mid-winter to early spring
Is Valentine® Red Emu Bush evergreen or deciduous?
Valentine® Red Emu Bush is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Valentine® Red Emu Bush?
Valentine® Red Emu Bush is Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form.
Is Valentine® Red Emu Bush resistant to pests or animals?
Drought Tolerant, Road Salt Tolerant
How fast does Valentine® Red Emu Bush grow?
Valentine® Red Emu Bush has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Valentine® Red Emu Bush in my landscape?
Valentine® Red Emu Bush is suitable for: Border, Hedge, Accent.
What color are Valentine® Red Emu Bush flowers?
Valentine® Red Emu Bush produces Red flowers.
What color is the foliage of Valentine® Red Emu Bush?
Valentine® Red Emu Bush has Gray-green foliage.
What plants grow well with Valentine® Red Emu Bush?
Good companion plants for Valentine® Red Emu Bush include: Muhly (Muhlenbergia); Desert Willow (Chilopsis); Salvia (Salvia); Red Yucca (Hesperaloe); Palo Verde (Cercidium); Mesquite (Prosopis); Texas Ranger (Leucophyllum).
How do I care for Valentine® Red Emu Bush?
Thrives in average to lean, well-drained soils. Water regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Avoid over-watering. Slow growing until established. Blooms on new growth; prune in late spring after flowering to promote dense growth and prolific bloom.
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