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Tar Bush (Eremophila glabra)

Tar Bush (Eremophila glabra) is a variable Australian native shrub known for its attractive foliage and flowers, adapting to various conditions.

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Sunlight

Full sun to partial shade. Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight.

Watering

Water moderately, allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in winter.

Soil

Well-draining soil is crucial. Prefers sandy or loamy soils, tolerates poor and alkaline conditions.

Temperature

Prefers mild to warm temperatures. Tolerates light frost once established.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly in spring with a low-phosphorus formula.

Care Requirements

Light

Full sun to partial shade. Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight.

Water

Water moderately, allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in winter.

Soil

Well-draining soil is crucial. Prefers sandy or loamy soils, tolerates poor and alkaline conditions.

Temperature

Prefers mild to warm temperatures. Tolerates light frost once established.

Ideal growing range: 15-25 °C

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly in spring with a low-phosphorus formula.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Flowering, Foliage, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.5-2 m

Spread

1-3 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green, Grey-green, Silver

Leaf Type

Simple, opposite, often hairy or sticky

Flower Size

2-3 cm

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Synonyms
Stenochilus glaber R.Br.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderLamiales
  • familyScrophulariaceae
  • genusEremophila
  • speciesEremophila glabra
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

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