{"product_id":"eremophila-glabra-roseworthy","title":"Eremophila glabra 'Roseworthy'","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoseworthy Emu Bush\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eremophila glabra 'Roseworthy'\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scrophulariaceae\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Australia (Roseworthy district, South Australia; local selection)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen prostrate groundcover\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eA stunning flat Australian native groundcover perfectly suited to Adelaide's Mediterranean climate, Eremophila glabra 'Roseworthy' forms dense, carpet-like growth of bright green foliage smothered in masses of vibrant orange to red tubular flowers for months on end. Blooming prolifically from spring through summer with sporadic flowering into autumn, it delivers continuous colour and exceptional bird-attracting power in an ultra-low, lawn-like form. Exceptionally drought-tolerant, heat-loving and low-maintenance, 'Roseworthy' thrives in hot, dry, exposed positions where many plants struggle. Ideal for flat groundcover, rockeries, embankments, hanging over walls and wildlife gardens, this tough South Australian native brings vibrant colour and wildlife appeal to water-wise landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25–40 cm H × 1.5–2.0 m W (flat, prostrate carpet-like habit)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40–60 cm per year under good conditions (fast lateral spread)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small, narrow bright green to mid-green leaves; dense, flat mat-forming growth; evergreen year-round; retains fresh green appearance throughout summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Masses of vibrant orange to red tubular flowers (yellow-orange-red colour range); blooms heavily spring through summer (September–February) with sporadic flowering into autumn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foliage lightly aromatic when brushed—subtle herbal scent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal Interest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen bright green structure year-round with spectacular spring–summer flowering display; flat, lawn-like appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent for wildlife—attracts honeyeaters, native bees, butterflies, and other nectar-feeding birds and insects in large numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptional drought tolerance once established; exceptional heat tolerance; frost-hardy (tolerates moderate frosts); excellent wind tolerance; excellent coastal tolerance in sheltered positions; excellent drainage essential—will not tolerate waterlogging or heavy, wet soils; low-phosphorus fertiliser essential\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Density:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.3–0.5 plants per m² (1 plant covers 2–3 m²); Mass planting: 1.5–2.0 m apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes—non-toxic and safe for pets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere It Works Best\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun (essential for best flowering, most compact growth, and brightest green foliage)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptionally well-drained sandy loam, gravelly soil, or rocky soil; thrives in poor, lean soils; adapts to clay soils if well-drained; excellent in raised beds, rockeries, and containers; will not tolerate heavy waterlogged or phosphorus-rich soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eEstablishment:\u003c\/em\u003e Deep soak twice weekly for 6–8 weeks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eEstablished:\u003c\/em\u003e Deep soak every 14–21 days in summer (or less—extremely drought-tolerant); minimal to no watering in winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very low maintenance; trim lightly if desired to maintain ultra-flat habit (optional—naturally flat); avoid standard fertilisers—use low-phosphorus native fertiliser sparingly only if needed; virtually pest and disease-free; can be used as lawn substitute in visual terms (not walk-on)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–20+ years with proper low-phosphorus care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for Mediterranean and temperate South Australia—Adelaide plains, foothills, Fleurieu Peninsula, coastal and inland gardens; thrives in exposed, hot, dry sites; locally adapted South Australian selection from Roseworthy district\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neutral to mildly alkaline (pH 6.5–8.0); performs exceptionally well on Adelaide's calcareous soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape \u0026amp; Design Ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eFlat groundcover for lawn-like visual effect (not walk-on but visually cooling)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eMass planting in water-wise garden beds for spectacular spring–summer colour carpet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eRockeries and gravel gardens with excellent drainage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eCascading over retaining walls, raised beds, or hanging baskets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eErosion control on slopes and embankments—spreading root system stabilizes soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eWildlife and bird-attracting gardens for continuous nectar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eRoadside plantings and nature strips—extreme tolerance to tough conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eMixed native gardens with prostrate rosemary, lomandra, and grevillea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eContemporary and minimalist landscapes paired with gravel and architectural hardscaping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSouth Australian native gardens showcasing locally-adapted Roseworthy district selections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You Will Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e'Roseworthy' emu bush delivers spectacular orange-red flower power in an ultra-flat, lawn-like form with true South Australian toughness. Bright green, flat-growing, and smothered in vibrant blooms from spring through summer, it transforms slopes, rockeries, and embankments into bird-filled colour carpets with minimal fuss. Drought-proof, heat-loving, frost-hardy, and locally adapted to Adelaide conditions from the Roseworthy district—it's the ultimate flat native groundcover for water-wise, wildlife-friendly South Australian gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Adelaide Plant Co","offers":[{"title":"140mm Pot","offer_id":48796022964476,"sku":"EREM-GLAB-ROSE-140MM","price":12.49,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/9282\/0220\/files\/eremophila-glabra-roseworthy-emu-bush-140mm-flower-adelaide-plant-co.jpg?v=1771479457","url":"https:\/\/adelaideplantco.com.au\/products\/eremophila-glabra-roseworthy","provider":"Adelaide Plant Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}