Plant Profile

Plant Profile

Eriogonum arborescnes
Santa Cruz Island buckwheat

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Eriogonum arborescens- Santa Cruz Island buckwheat- one of our Channel Island natives. Plant in full sun to part shade in coastal areas and part shade when planting inland. Flower spring through fall. Flowers white then turn red/brown. Good butterfly plant and excellent in dried flower arrangements.

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Plant Facts & Observations

Identification

Botanical Name

 Eriogonum arborescnes

Common Name

 Santa Cruz Island buckwheat

Origin

 California Native

Characteristics

Plant Type

 Perennial

Growth Rate

 Moderate growth rate

Mature Size

 2' to 3' tall × 3' to 5' wide

Flower Color

 White

Blooming Season

 Flowers Spring / Summer / Fall

Foliage

 Evergreen

Wildlife Value

 Bees, Butterflies

Climactic Requirements

Light

 Filtered Sun / Full sun on coast / afternoon shade inland

Water

 Drought Tolerant / Occasional
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