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Blue Bells™ Emu Bush
Eremophila hygrophana
Pronunciation: er-em-oh-FY-luh
SKU #07148
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Once established, water occasionally.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; reaches 2 to 3 ft. tall and wide.
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| Description | Lovely lavender-blue, tubular flowers at the ends of upright stems of dense, small, fuzzy, silvery colored foliage. This western Australian native is tough, low maintenance, and heat loving - an ideal solution for dressing up a drought tolerant garden with nearly year-round blooms. |
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| Bloom Time | Nearly year-round. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Drought Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Accent |
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Foliage Color | Silver-blue |
| Companion Plants | Muhly (Muhlenbergia); Desert Willow (Chilopsis); Ice Plant (Delosperma); Salvia (Salvia); Red Yucca (Hesperaloe) |
| 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. Prune during cool season as needed. |
Details
| Description | Lovely lavender-blue, tubular flowers at the ends of upright stems of dense, small, fuzzy, silvery colored foliage. This western Australian native is tough, low maintenance, and heat loving - an ideal solution for dressing up a drought tolerant garden with nearly year-round blooms. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Nearly year-round. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Drought Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Accent |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Foliage Color | Silver-blue |
| Companion Plants | Muhly (Muhlenbergia); Desert Willow (Chilopsis); Ice Plant (Delosperma); Salvia (Salvia); Red Yucca (Hesperaloe) |
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. Prune during cool season as needed. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Blue Bells™ Emu Bush produce flowers?
Nearly year-round.
Is Blue Bells™ Emu Bush evergreen or deciduous?
Blue Bells™ Emu Bush is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Blue Bells™ Emu Bush?
Blue Bells™ Emu Bush is Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators.
Is Blue Bells™ Emu Bush resistant to pests or animals?
Drought Tolerant
How fast does Blue Bells™ Emu Bush grow?
Blue Bells™ Emu Bush has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Blue Bells™ Emu Bush in my landscape?
Blue Bells™ Emu Bush is suitable for: Border, Accent.
What color are Blue Bells™ Emu Bush flowers?
Blue Bells™ Emu Bush produces Purple flowers.
What color is the foliage of Blue Bells™ Emu Bush?
Blue Bells™ Emu Bush has Silver-blue foliage.
What plants grow well with Blue Bells™ Emu Bush?
Good companion plants for Blue Bells™ Emu Bush include: Muhly (Muhlenbergia); Desert Willow (Chilopsis); Ice Plant (Delosperma); Salvia (Salvia); Red Yucca (Hesperaloe).
How do I care for Blue Bells™ 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. Prune during cool season as needed.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.