Eriogonum allenii 'Little Rascal'
Also Known As
- Little Rascal Shale Barrens Buckwheat
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 12"-24"
- W: 12"-24"
planting zones
- 5a-10b
Eriogonum allenii 'Little Rascal' plant details
Eriogonum allenii 'Little Rascal' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with blue and green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional water. 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 allenii 'Little Rascal'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: polygonaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen blue and green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
- Uses: xeric
GROWING CONDITIONS for Eriogonum allenii 'Little Rascal'
- USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Eriogonum allenii 'Little Rascal' plant
How to Grow Eriogonum allenii 'Little Rascal'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
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