Eremophila alternifolia Wild Berry

Common Name:
Wild Berry Emu Bush

Description:
Eremophila alternifolia ‘Wild Berry’ is a striking Australian native shrub admired for its vibrant, berry-toned tubular flowers and soft, silvery-green foliage. This hardy and drought-tolerant plant produces an abundance of rich pink to purple blooms, primarily from winter through spring, providing valuable colour during the cooler months. Its slightly open, natural growth habit gives it a relaxed, informal appearance, making it well suited to native gardens, mixed borders, and feature planting. Thriving in Melbourne conditions, it prefers a full sun position and well-drained soil, particularly sandy or loamy soils, and is highly tolerant of dry conditions once established. It benefits from occasional pruning to maintain shape and encourage denser growth. The nectar-rich flowers attract birds and pollinators, adding life and movement to the garden while offering a beautiful contrast against its soft foliage.

Form:

• Shrub - Medium

Mature Size:

• Height: 2–3 m
• Width: 2–3 m

Aspect:

• Full Sun

Flowering:

• Flowers in Winter
• Flowers in Spring

Flower Colour:

• Pink
• Purple

Key Attributes:

• Australian native
• Bird Attracting
• Bee Attracting
• Perennial
• Drought tolerant once established
• Low maintenance
• Suitable for informal hedging
• Suitable for native gardens
• Tolerates poor soils
• Light frost tolerant

Toxicity:

• Not commonly regarded as toxic to humans or pets

Companion Plants:

• Grevillea
• Callistemon
• Westringia
• Correa
• Lomandra
• Dianella
• Kangaroo Paw
• Myoporum