Eriogonum umbellatum var. polyanthum 'Alturas Red'
Also Known As
- Alturas Red Shasta Buckwheat
Plant type
perennial, groundcover
size
- H: 1'-3'
- W: 1'-3'
planting zones
- 8b-10b
Eriogonum umbellatum var. polyanthum 'Alturas Red' plant details
Eriogonum umbellatum var. polyanthum 'Alturas Red' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In summer red flowers emerge. Attracts bees, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Eriogonum umbellatum var. polyanthum 'Alturas Red'
- Plant type: perennial groundcover
- Plant family: polygonaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 1 FT - 3 FT - wide, 1 FT - 3 FT - tall
- Flowers: red blooms in summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Eriogonum umbellatum var. polyanthum 'Alturas Red'
- USDA Zones: 8b - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional
- Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Native Sons
Gardening facts about Eriogonum umbellatum var. polyanthum 'Alturas Red' plant
How to Grow Eriogonum umbellatum var. polyanthum 'Alturas Red'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
Wildlife
- birds
- bees
- butterflies
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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