Eriogonum umbellatum polyanthum
Sulfur Flower Buckwheat
Description
This plant is a low woody perennial growing 1-2 ft. high with 3-4 spread, having dark green foliage and attractive yellow summer flowers. It is a California native that is drought tolerant. It attracts butterflies and beneficial insects. - Cornflower Farms Prefers well drained soils and is used very effectively in rock gardens.
Plant Type
Shrub, Ground cover, Perennial
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Green, Grey 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, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Wild Garden, Woodland
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Perennial Border, Raised Planter, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Erosion Control, Naturalizing, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
Butterflies
Water Saving Tip:
Consider replacing some lawn areas with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.
Good candidates for removal are portions of large lawns, areas where no one uses the grass, patches that don't grow well, or spaces too small to water without overspray.