Eriogonum umbellatum (Sulfur Flowered Buckwheat)

This native plant will form a 3 ft. wide mat when grown in full sun, gritty well-drained soil, and watered once every 7-10 days. It bears creamy to pale yellow clusters of flowers that will take on a red tinge with age. The bloom lasts over a period of 4-6 weeks beginning in July. This plant is not bothered by rabbits, squirrels nor deer.

Category: Perennial

Water Use: Very Low

Sun Exposure: Full Sun

Height x Spread: N/A

Native: Yes

Color: Yellow

Bees: Yes

Birds: No

Butterflies: No

Cut Flower: No

Utility Tree: No

Extra Maintenance: No

Soil: Salt-tolerant

Fall Color: No

Bloom Time: Summer