Eremphilia maculata

Common Names: spotted emu bush

Family: Myoporaceae

Origin: Australia

Type: Evergreen shrub

Size: Varies to 3 ft. high, 6 ft. wide.

Flowers: Red, yellow, orange, or pink flowers, to 2 in., winter, spring; narrow leaves.

Uses: Background, screen.

Wildlife: Hummingbirds like flowers; fruit for other animals.

Soil: Well-drained; tolerates poor soil.

Water: Little to some.

Sun: Full sun.

Pruning: Prune to control legginess.

Pests & Diseases: (None found.)

Notes: Hardy to 20° F.