Santa Cruz Island Buckwheat

Eriogonum Arborescens

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Overview

Santa Cruz Island Buckwheat (Eriogonum arborescens) is a resilient native shrub, thriving in U.S. hardiness zones 7-10. It reaches 3-6 ft in height, spreading up to 5 ft wide with chalky-green foliage and frothy white to pink flower clusters in summer. This drought-tolerant species attracts pollinators and offers year-round interest. Adaptable to various soils, it's ideal for xeriscaping and coastal environments, requiring minimal maintenance once established.

Sun Full, HalfWater Very LowZones 7–10Climate Mediterranean

Santa Cruz Island Buckwheat (Eriogonum Arborescens) — Santa Cruz Island Buckwheat (Eriogonum arborescens) is a resilient native shrub, thriving in U.S

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Very Low
USDA zones: 7–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Polygonaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Santa Cruz Island Buckwheat (Eriogonum Arborescens) — it's ideal for xeriscaping and coastal environments

Santa Cruz Island Buckwheat (Eriogonum Arborescens) — requiring minimal maintenance once established

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