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Eriogonum sphaerocephalum
Also Known As
- Rock Buckwheat
- Round-Head Buckwheat
- Spurry Buckwheat
Plant type
shrub, perennial
size
- H: 6"-16"
- W: 6"-24"
planting zones
- 6a-9b
Eriogonum sphaerocephalum plant details
Eriogonum sphaerocephalum is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial shrub with green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Eriogonum sphaerocephalum
- Plant type: perennial shrub
- Plant family: polygonaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 6 IN - 24 IN - wide, 6 IN - 16 IN - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Eriogonum sphaerocephalum
- USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Soil needs: well-drained
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How to Grow Eriogonum sphaerocephalum
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
Texture
- fuzzy
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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- sun
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Zones
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