Eremophila nivea

Spring - late · Outdoors

Feed with slow release fertiliser

Apply a general purpose slow release fertiliser, spreading it around the root area of the plant as it is coming into growth. (Or apply a liquid feed at regular intervals throughout the growing season.)

This is a simple way to provide a nutrient boost as a single annual procedure.

Spring-Autumn · Outdoors

Water during drought

In drought conditions where established plants in the ground have had no water for a month, do a deep watering. If drought continues repeat after a fortnight. Plants only need watering during spring to autumn growth. Check plants in pots more often.

Established plants are drought tolerant but benefit from water after a month or so. Ensure that water does not sit around the base of the plant which can cause rotting. Pebbles and stones tucked round its base can be beneficial.

Summer · Planting

Trim the plant

Trim or tidy the plant if it is beginning to exceed its allotted space, or if it looks untidy after flowering.