Eremophila maculata v. brevifolia
Red Eremophila
Description
Evergreen shrub grows at a moderate rate to 4' x 5'. Profuse bloom period of pink to red flowers in winter. Foliage develops a reddish tinge in winter. Prune only after bloom period. Flowers are produced on the tips of branches. Extra pruning will decrease blooms. Spiky natural form. Best in full sun.
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low, Low, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
Poisonous
As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.
Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.