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California
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A
Guide to Eriogonum Species and Selections
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The
buckwheats have been used widely in native landscapes and restoration projects.
Eriogonum fasciculatum and especially E. fasciculatum 'Bruce Dickinson' are
particularly suited for erosion control projects. 'Bruce' stays close to the
ground, spreads nicely, and holds good form throughout the year. Many of the
other buckwheats provide a stunning display of color in the late spring and
early summer. As fall arrives, the flowers turn into an attractive rust color.
Overall, the buckwheats are easy to care for in the native garden. Most like
well-drained soil and only minimal to moderate amounts of water in the summer
months. Be particularly careful with Eriogonum crocatum and arborescens in the
summer as they are highly susceptible to root-born fungus. For the butterfly
lover, the bountiful umbels of flowers provide perfect feeding platforms
for these nectar lovers.
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A
Guide to Eriogonum (Buckwheat) Species and Selections
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| Species |
Common Name |
Derivation/Origins
Type |
Exposure
Sun, Partial Sun, Shade |
Dimensions
H x W |
Inflorescence
Color
White, Red, Yellow, Pink |
Best Features |
Drought Tolerance |
| - |
- |
- |
Sun |
PS |
Shade |
Height |
Width |
Wh |
Re |
Ye |
Pi |
- |
L |
M |
H |
| Eriogonum
arborescens |
Santa Cruz Island
Buckwheat |
Santa Cruz Island |
X |
X |
- |
3-5' |
3-5' |
X |
- |
- |
- |
Unique structure,
attractive flowers |
- |
X |
- |
| Eriogonum
crocatum |
Conejo Buckwheat |
Conejo Grade, Ventura County, Rare |
X |
X |
- |
1-2' |
1-2' |
- |
- |
X |
- |
Rare species, stark yellow
flowers against attractive grey foliage |
- |
X |
- |
| Eriogonum
fasciculatum |
California Buckwheat |
Coastal Sage Scrub, Chaparral,
Very Common |
X |
X |
- |
3-4' |
3-4' |
X |
- |
- |
X |
Important plant for erosion
control. Flowers open with light pink and turn to white |
- |
- |
X |
| Eriogonum
fasciculatum 'Bruce Dickinson' |
Prostrate
California Buckwheat |
Selected from the Santa Monica
Mountains |
X |
X |
- |
1-2' |
4-6' |
X |
- |
- |
X |
Fantastic groundcover for slopes
and erosion control. Looks good year round. Bruce is amazing |
- |
X |
X |
| Eriogonum
fasciculatum 'Dana Point' |
California
Buckwheat Selection |
Selected from Dana Point |
X |
X |
- |
2-3' |
3-4' |
X |
- |
- |
X |
Tight compact growth, not
prostrate as it has been described. Light green foliage. |
- |
X |
X |
| Eriogonum
grande rubescens |
Red Buckwheat |
- |
X |
X |
- |
1-2' |
2-3' |
- |
X |
- |
X |
Stunning dark pink flowers fade
to rust in the fall |
- |
X |
- |
| Eriogonum
giganteum |
St. Catherine's Lace |
Catalina Island |
X |
- |
- |
4-8' |
3-6' |
X |
- |
- |
- |
Lacy white inflorescence provide
a unique look. Readily reseeds itself |
- |
- |
X |
| Eriogonum
parvifolium |
Coast Buckwheat |
- |
X |
X |
- |
2-3' |
2-3' |
X |
- |
- |
X |
Good small Eriogonum, unique in
the garden, mostly used in revegetation |
- |
X |
X |
| Eriogonum
umbellatum |
Sulphur Buckwheat |
- |
X |
X |
- |
1-2' |
1-2' |
- |
- |
X |
- |
Intense yellow flowers on small,
compact mounds of vegetation. Amazing color |
- |
X |
X |
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