Emu Bush - Hakea francisiana

Height: 5m
Width: 4m
Best feature: Attractive grey foliage contrasts with the pink flowers
Worst feature: Best to choose a grafted plant which will add to the cost but it’s worth it to grow the West Australian well in Victorian soils
Ideal for: Sunny spots where you want to bring the birds or block a view

The grey foliage on the Emu Bush is perhaps just as attractive as the flowers and the form and density of the foliage makes it a great alternative to Silver Sheen Pittosporums.  The form of this plant is more like a large shrub than a small tree as it retains its lower branches.