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California Buckwheat

Eriogonum Fasciculatum

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Overview

Eriogonum fasciculatum, commonly known as California Buckwheat, is a durable evergreen shrub, thriving in USDA zones 7-10. It features clusters of white to pink flowers, which bloom from June to October, attracting pollinators. This resilient native adapts to various soils, prefers full sun, and is drought-tolerant once established. It typically reaches 2-3 feet in height and spreads 4-5 feet, offering excellent ground cover and erosion control.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, Very LowZones 9–10Type ShrubClimate Mediterranean
California Buckwheat (Eriogonum Fasciculatum) — drought-tolerant perennial establishes itself with ease; is a durable evergreen shrub
California Buckwheat (Eriogonum Fasciculatum) — Additionally, it can serve as an effective fire-resistant planting when properly maintainedCalifornia Buckwheat (Eriogonum Fasciculatum) — aligning perfectly with water-wise landscaping principlesCalifornia Buckwheat (Eriogonum Fasciculatum) — showcasing cream to pale pink flower clusters that gradually transform into a reddish brown, image 72California Buckwheat (Eriogonum Fasciculatum) — and birds.<br><br>Preferring full sun exposure and thriving in well-drained soils; offering, image 76California Buckwheat (Eriogonum Fasciculatum) — Additionally, it can serve as an effective fire-resistant planting when properly maintained, image 111California Buckwheat (Eriogonum Fasciculatum) — offering excellent ground cover and erosion control+134

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Very Low
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Polygonaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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California Buckwheat (Eriogonum Fasciculatum) — drought-tolerant perennial establishes itself with ease; is a durable evergreen shrub
California Buckwheat (Eriogonum Fasciculatum) — Additionally, it can serve as an effective fire-resistant planting when properly maintained
California Buckwheat (Eriogonum Fasciculatum) — aligning perfectly with water-wise landscaping principles
California Buckwheat (Eriogonum Fasciculatum) — showcasing cream to pale pink flower clusters that gradually transform into a reddish brown, image 72
California Buckwheat (Eriogonum Fasciculatum) — and birds.<br><br>Preferring full sun exposure and thriving in well-drained soils; offering, image 76
California Buckwheat (Eriogonum Fasciculatum) — Additionally, it can serve as an effective fire-resistant planting when properly maintained, image 111
California Buckwheat (Eriogonum Fasciculatum) — offering excellent ground cover and erosion control
California Buckwheat (Eriogonum Fasciculatum) — shrub with pink and white blooms; eriogonum fasciculatum's water requirement is minimal once established
California Buckwheat (Eriogonum Fasciculatum) — commonly known as California Buckwheat; it features clusters of white to pink flowers, which bloom, image 59
California Buckwheat (Eriogonum Fasciculatum) — California Buckwheat is an exceptional choice for creating a sustainable and enchanting garden, image 84
California Buckwheat (Eriogonum Fasciculatum) — is a durable evergreen shrub; evergreen leaves are arranged in tight bundles, image 60
California Buckwheat (Eriogonum Fasciculatum) — This resilient native adapts to various soils, prefers full sun, and is drought-tolerant once, image 92
California Buckwheat (Eriogonum Fasciculatum) — with a unique attribute of being green above and white to rust-colored beneath; or as a resilient, image 99
California Buckwheat (Eriogonum Fasciculatum) — in mass plantings for erosion control; it typically reaches 2-3 feet in height and spreads 4-5 feet
California Buckwheat (Eriogonum Fasciculatum) — The California Buckwheat blooms profusely from late spring through summer; commonly known as, image 100
California Buckwheat (Eriogonum Fasciculatum) — commonly known as California Buckwheat; it features clusters of white to pink flowers, which bloom, image 117
California Buckwheat (Eriogonum Fasciculatum) — adding visual interest and an evolving palette of color, image 102
California Buckwheat (Eriogonum Fasciculatum) — evergreen leaves are arranged in tight bundles; growing up to 0.5 inches across, image 98
California Buckwheat (Eriogonum Fasciculatum) — thriving in USDA zones 7-10; and birds.<br><br>Preferring full sun exposure and thriving in well-drained soils
California Buckwheat (Eriogonum Fasciculatum) — reaching heights of 2 to 4 feet and spreading as wide as 4 to 5 feet; drought-tolerant perennial, image 97
California Buckwheat (Eriogonum Fasciculatum) — With its ecological benefits and low maintenance; pink and white flowers in the garden
California Buckwheat (Eriogonum Fasciculatum) — or as a resilient border that invites local fauna; the California Buckwheat blooms profusely from, image 81
California Buckwheat (Eriogonum Fasciculatum) — or as a resilient border that invites local fauna; the California Buckwheat blooms profusely from, image 110
California Buckwheat (Eriogonum Fasciculatum) — adding visual interest and an evolving palette of color, image 73
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