Cushion Buckwheat

Cushion Buckwheat (Eriogonum ovalifolium) is a true champion of tough, high-desert landscapes. This hardy little perennial forms a tight, silvery-green dome of foliage that hugs the ground, topped in late spring and early summer with bursts of rosy, button-like flowers. Its neat form and brilliant blooms add a cheerful punch of color to rock gardens, gravel beds, and alpine plantings.

Naturally adapted to the challenging conditions of the Intermountain West, Cushion Buckwheat is built for survival in lean soils, blistering sun, and long dry spells. Despite its ruggedness, it brings a refined, ornamental touch to the garden. It’s also a pollinator favorite, drawing bees and butterflies while keeping deer and disease at bay. Perfect for gardeners who want a beautiful, dependable, and truly low-maintenance groundcover.