Eriogonum umbellatum var. polyanthum 'Sierra'
Also Known As
- Buckwheat
Plant type
shrub, groundcover
size
- H: 12"-24"
- W: 4'
planting zones
- 8b-11
Eriogonum umbellatum var. polyanthum 'Sierra' plant details
Eriogonum umbellatum var. polyanthum 'Sierra' is a broadleaf evergreen groundcover shrub with blue foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees 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 and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Eriogonum umbellatum var. polyanthum 'Sierra'
- Plant type: groundcover shrub
- Plant family: polygonaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue
- Mature size: 0 - 4 FT - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
- Uses: xeric
GROWING CONDITIONS for Eriogonum umbellatum var. polyanthum 'Sierra'
- USDA Zones: 8b - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Native Sons
Gardening facts about Eriogonum umbellatum var. polyanthum 'Sierra' plant
How to Grow Eriogonum umbellatum var. polyanthum 'Sierra'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- blue
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- fuzzy
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Plant Type
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Zones
9a-10b
Size
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Width: 2'-5'
- sun - mostly shade
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 12"-18"
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Zones
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Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 3'-4'
- sun
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- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 3'-4'
Width: 4'-5'
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 2"-4'
- sun
- low - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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