Eremophila Nivea ‘Spring Mist’ (Spring Mist Silky Emu Bush)
Eremophila Nivea ‘Spring Mist’ (Spring Mist Silky Emu Bush)
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Eremophila Nivea ‘Spring Mist’ is a compact Australian native shrub prized for its luminous silvery-white foliage and attractive upright, softly rounded form. During spring, delicate purple to lilac tubular flowers emerge against the pale foliage, producing a striking contrast and attracting nectar-feeding birds, native bees and other pollinators.
Drought-tolerant once established, ‘Spring Mist’ is an excellent choice for water-wise gardens, native borders, rockeries and feature planting. It performs best in sunny, open positions and requires minimal ongoing care. Its distinctive silver foliage provides year-round colour and beautifully complements green, purple and burgundy-leaved plants.
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Mature height
Approximately 1–1.5 m.
Mature width
Approximately 1–1.5 m.
Spacing
Approximately 1.2–1.5 m apart for individual plants, or around 1 m apart for informal group planting.
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Soft silvery-white to grey foliage with purple, mauve or lilac flowers.
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Purple to lilac tubular flowers primarily during spring; flowering may extend from late winter into early summer depending on the climate.
Sun tolerance
Full sun. An open position with good air circulation is recommended, particularly in humid climates.
Maintenance
Low maintenance. Water regularly during establishment, then only during extended dry periods. Lightly prune after flowering to maintain a dense shape and apply a controlled-release native fertiliser annually. Avoid heavy pruning and overhead watering.
Root System
Moderate, fibrous and generally non-invasive. Requires well-drained soil and is sensitive to prolonged waterlogging.