Eriogonum fasciculatum
California Buckwheat
Description
Eriogonum fasciculatum is a fast growing shrub with needle-like, narrow, evergreen, grayish leaves. Pink-white flower heads appear at the end of branching stems in spring, changing to cream and then rust-brown by fall. Flowers are attractive to butterflies. This plant will reach 4' tall with arching branches, rooting where they touch. It can spread 8' wide. This plant is great for hillsides and erosion control. Does well in coastal areas but will tolerate warm inland areas with afternoon shade and additional water. In coastal areas, it is drought tolerant once it's established.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
1-3'
Width Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Pink, White
Flower Season
Summer, Fall
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
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish, Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Roadside, With Rocks
Special Uses
Erosion Control, Mass Planting, Naturalizing
Attracts Wildlife
Butterflies
Water Saving Tip:
Lawn watering more than 5 minutes usually results in runoff. Use multiple cycle starts.