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Red Emu

Eremophila Glabra

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Overview

The Red Emu (Eremophila glabra) is a highly adaptable Australian native shrub, typically reaching 3-6 feet in height and spread. Valued for its soft, silvery-green foliage and striking tubular red flowers, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, proving drought-tolerant once established. This versatile plant excels in rockeries, as ground cover, and in coastal gardens, attracting pollinators while offering low maintenance and year-round interest.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, Very LowZones 9–11Climate Mediterranean
Red Emu (Eremophila Glabra) — The Red Emu (Eremophila glabra) is a highly adaptable Australian native shrub

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Very Low
USDA zones
9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Myoporaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Red Emu (Eremophila Glabra) — shrub with red blooms
Red Emu (Eremophila Glabra) — shrub for full or half
Red Emu (Eremophila Glabra) — The Red Emu (Eremophila glabra) is a highly adaptable Australian native shrub; it thrives in full sun and well-drained soils
Red Emu (Eremophila Glabra) — it thrives in full sun and well-drained soils; shrub for full or half
Red Emu (Eremophila Glabra) — proving drought-tolerant once established; attracting pollinators while offering low maintenance and year-round interest
Red Emu (Eremophila Glabra) — consider using Eremophila glabra as a focal point
Red Emu (Eremophila Glabra) — Its compact form also makes it suitable for container gardening
Red Emu (Eremophila Glabra) — For clients interested in attracting wildlife
Red Emu (Eremophila Glabra) — it's worth noting that the vibrant flowers are a magnet for hummingbirds and beneficial pollinators

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