Eriogonum fasciculatum poliofolium
Arizona Buckwheat
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. Adapt
Plant Type
Shrub, Ground cover
Height Range
1-3'
Width Range
n/a
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
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:
Lawn watering more than 5 minutes usually results in runoff. Use multiple cycle starts.