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Sulferflower Buckwheat

Sulferflower Buckwheat

Eriogonum umbellatum

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Sulphurflower Buckwheat (Eriogonum umbellatum) is a hardy, drought-tolerant perennial native to the western US. Known for its vibrant clusters of creamy yellow flowers, it adds a splash of color to dry slopes, rocky outcrops, and native gardens. Blooming from late spring into summer, the flowers attract a variety of pollinators, including bees and butterflies.

This low-growing, mat-forming plant has small, leathery green leaves that often take on reddish hues in the fall, providing multi-season interest. Its compact size and adaptability make it an excellent choice for water-wise landscapes and rock gardens. Sulphurflower buckwheat thrives in well-drained, sandy, or rocky soils and is remarkably resilient to heat and drought once established. 

Plant Profile

Scientific name: Eriogonum umbellatum

Duration: Perennial

Native region: Wasatch Mountains, Wasatch Front Valley, and Southern Utah

Native elevation: 3000-11500 ft

Water requirement: Low

Drought tolerance: High

Light requirement: Full sun

Shade tolerance: Low

Mature size: 18-24" H by 18-36" W

Bloom time: June - July

Flower color: Yellow

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