Eremophila calorhabdos - 1 gallon plant

Red Rod Emu Bush, Spiked Eremophila, Red Rod
Family: Scrophulariaceae • Natural distribution: Western Australia near Esperance • Plant type: Shrub • Lifespan: Perennial • Size: 3 to 12 ft. tall, 3 to 5 ft. wide • Flowering season: fall • Attracts pollinators: bees, hummingbirds, birds • Flower color: red • Prefers: full sun • Water requirements: no to infrequent • Drought tolerant: yes • Hardiness: 25°f-30°f • Soil: loam, well-drained, tolerates alkaline • Suitable for: specimen, focal point • Evergreen
Erect branches and flower stocks, though early pruning will produce a denser shrub. Recovers quickly after fire. Requires good drainage. If wind is an issue it should be planted in a sheltered location. Aphids and gray mold are common pests. Grows quickly,