Eremophila laanii 'Pink Beauty' |
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Eremophila Pink Beauty |
Description
Open evergreen shrub grows to to 6' x 6'. Has a spreading habit and somewhat pendulous branches. Dark green, somewhat succulent leaves grow to 2" long & 1/4" wide. Tubular, clear pink flowers appear heavily in summer. Accepts full sun to part shade. Needs little or no summer water when established. This is one tough dependable xeric flowering shrub where space is available to let it just grow. Pruning will often destroy its free form appearance.
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Anatomy
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Sun/Water
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Design
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
Pink
Flower Season
Winter, Spring, Intermittent
Leaf Color
Green, Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low, Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers, Unusual Shape
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Shrub Border, Patio, Raised Planter, With Rocks
Special Uses
Erosion Control, Screen, Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds
Water Saving Tip:
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.