Eremophila Nivea Pink Pantha

• Eremophila Nivea Pink Pantha is an Australian native emu bush cultivar bred for its striking pink flowers and compact habit. It's perfectly adapted to our variable climate and low-rainfall conditions.
• Features soft, silvery foliage that provides year-round interest even when not flowering. The velvety leaves create beautiful textural contrast in native and cottage-style gardens.
• Produces tubular pink flowers from late winter through spring, attracting honeyeaters and other native birds. This makes it valuable for wildlife-friendly Australian gardens.
• Loved for its exceptional drought tolerance, low maintenance requirements, and ability to thrive in challenging conditions. Once established, it's one of the toughest garden performers available.

• Water deeply every 1-2 weeks during warmer months, reducing to monthly or less in winter once established. Always check soil is dry before watering again.
• Position in full sun for maximum flowering and compact growth habit. Pink Pantha tolerates partial shade but may produce fewer flowers.
• Plant in free-draining soil, ideally sandy or gravelly loam. Add grit or coarse sand to heavy clay soils to improve drainage before planting.
• Feed sparingly with a low-phosphorus native plant fertiliser in early spring only. Excess fertiliser can cause excessive foliage growth at the expense of flowers.
• Prune lightly after flowering finishes in spring to shape and encourage dense growth. Remove any dead or damaged branches as needed throughout the year.
• Requires no additional humidity and thrives in dry Australian conditions. Avoid overhead watering which can encourage fungal problems.
• Mulch with 5cm of organic matter or decorative pebbles, keeping it clear of the stem. In summer, ensure plants receive occasional deep watering during extreme heat.

• Plant in full sun for best flowering and compact growth, though Pink Pantha tolerates light afternoon shade. Morning sun is particularly beneficial in hot inland areas.
• Water deeply but infrequently once established, allowing soil to dry between waterings. Young plants need regular watering for the first growing season.
• Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushiness. Avoid hard pruning into old wood as eremophilas may not regenerate well.
• Thrives in poor to average soils with excellent drainage. Avoid enriching soil too much as this can reduce flowering and make plants leggy.
• Mulch lightly around the base, keeping mulch away from the stem to prevent collar rot. Use gravel or pebble mulch in humid climates.

• Scale insects and spider mites can occasionally appear on stressed plants. Treat with horticultural oil or insecticidal soap, ensuring good air circulation around the plant.
• Root rot occurs when soil drainage is poor or watering is excessive. Always plant in free-draining soil and avoid overwatering, especially during humid periods.
• Leaf yellowing usually indicates overwatering or poor drainage. Reduce watering frequency and improve soil structure with grit or sand if needed.
• Fungal issues may develop in humid, poorly ventilated conditions. Prune to improve airflow and avoid overhead watering to keep foliage dry.