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California Native Plant

Eriogonum fasciculatum v. poliofolium

Arizona or Flattop Buckwheat

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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 but prefers coarse, well-drained site in full sun. Has a naturally low-rounded form. Leaves are dark grey-green above white wooly under.

 

Plant Type

Shrub, Ground cover

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Very Low, Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Clay, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch

Accenting Features

n/a

Seasonal Interest

Summer

Location Uses

Foundation, Walkways, With Rocks

Special Uses

Cut Flowers, Erosion Control, Filler, Mass Planting, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.