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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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This long-flowering workhorse is a durable plant that thrives in dry site. It has gray-green, paddle-shaped leaves and golden yellow umbels. It provides habitat and nectar for butterflies, honey bees, bumble bees and hummingbirds.

Gardening facts about Eriogonum allenii 'Little Rascal' plant

How to Grow Eriogonum allenii 'Little Rascal'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • occasional
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer

Features

  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen

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