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Eremophila glabra [prostrate silver]

Also Known As

  • Eremophila glabra prostrate 'Silver'
  • Silver Emu Bush

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

  • H: 2"-6"
  • W: 4"-8"

planting zones

  • 7b-11

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Eremophila glabra [prostrate silver] plant details

Eremophila glabra [prostrate silver] is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with blue foliage. In fall, spring and summer yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Eremophila glabra [prostrate silver]

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: scrophulariaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 4 IN - 8 IN - wide, 2 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in fall, spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Eremophila glabra [prostrate silver]

USDA Zones: 7b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: seaside / salt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Gardening facts about Eremophila glabra [prostrate silver] plant

How to Grow Eremophila glabra [prostrate silver]

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • seaside / salt tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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Zones

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Size

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Zones

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Size

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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