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| Category: Shrub |
| Family: Polygonaceae (Knotweeds) |
| Origin: California (U.S.A.) |
| Evergreen: Yes |
| Flower Color: Yellow |
| Bloomtime: Summer/Fall |
| Height: 1-2 feet |
| Width: 2-3 feet |
| Exposure: Full Sun |
| Drought Tolerant: Yes |
| Irrigation (H2O Info): Low Water Needs |
| Winter Hardiness: 15-20° F |
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Eriogonum crocatum (Saffron Buckwheat) - A compact shrub to 1 1/2 feet tall by 2-3 feet wide with wooly silver-white leaves that contrast beautifully with its sulfur yellow to chartreuse-yellow flower heads that appear late spring through late summer and then turn a cinnamon-brown color. Plant in full coastal sun (afternoon shade inland) in well-drained to heavier clay soils with very little or no summer watering. Hardy and evergreen to around 20 F but can resprout when top growth is frozen back - possibly root hardy to around 10 F. This plant is native to Ventura County where is grows along the Conejo Pass in the area where Highway 101 climbs south from the coastal plains of Camarillo; from this location comes the alternate common name, Conejo Buckwheat. A great accent plant in the garden or even as a potted specimen.
This description of this plant is based on our research and our observations of it growing at the nursery, in our own garden and in other gardens. We always appreciate receiving feedback of any kind from those who have any additional information about this plant, particularly if they disagree with what we have written or have additional cultural tips that would aid others growing Eriogonum crocatum .
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