Eriogonum fasciculatum polifolium

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Flattop Buckwheat

 
California Native Plant
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Description

Flattop buckwheat is a clumping, grass-like plant that grows to 3' tall by 4' wide. White to pink flowers appear in dense flattened clusters throught the summer. Plants are tolerant of drought and heat. Native on dry rocky slopes 1-4500' across SW. Adaptable to most soil conditions prefers coarse well drained site in full sun. Has a naturally low rounded form. Leaves are dark gray green above white wooly under.

 

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Plant Type

Shrub, Ground cover

 

Height Range

Under 1', 1-3'

 

Flower Color

Pink, White

 

Flower Season

Summer

 

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green, Grey, White

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Be sure to fix all leaks promptly no matter how small they may seem.