Eriogonum parvifolium |
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Coastal Buckwheat |
Description
This coastal native is generally used for revegetation but can be effectively used in residential landscapes for erosion control or for other natural improvements. Requires more care, protection and summer water in inland areas; give afternoon shade. Nea
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Shrub, Ground cover
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Pink, Red, White, Multi-Colored
Flower Season
Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Growth Rate
Fast, Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Attracts Bees
Design Styles
Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Summer
Location Uses
Entry, Shrub Border, Foundation, Raised Planter, Walkways
Special Uses
Erosion Control, Mass Planting, Naturalizing
Attracts Wildlife
Butterflies
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.