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Eriogonum grande var. rubescens - Red-flowered buckwheat

Market price from $4.75 to $11.25

Eriogonum grande var. rubescens is a marvel of nature's ingenuity, commonly recognized as the Red-flowered Buckwheat. This perennial shrub captivates the eye with its vivacious clusters of miniature crimson pink blossoms, as radiant as they are resilient. Cradled by robust grey-green leaves, the flowers bloom from late spring through to autumn, adding a flourishing dash of color to your landscape through the dry months. Compact in stature, the Red-flowered Buckwheat reaches approximately 1-2 feet in height and 2-3 feet in width without encroaching on your garden's layout. Sun-loving and drought-enduring, this plant reveals nature’s tenacity. Its ability to thrive in rugged conditions speaks to its origin in the coastal scrubs and chaparral of California's Channel Islands. More than just a visual delight, the Red-flowered Buckwheat doubles as a biodiversity hotspot, enticing a variety of pollinators like bees and butterflies. Low in maintenance but high in reward, this shrub elevates sustainable, wildlife-friendly landscaping to an art form. Delight your senses while nurturing the environment with the Eriogonum grande var. rubescens.

  • Size: Up to 1-2 feet tall and 2-3 feet wide
  • Flowers: Small, crimson pink flowers in spherical clusters
  • Foliage: Grey-green leaves
  • Water usage: Low (drought-tolerant)
  • Sun exposure: Full sun
  • Attracts Pollinators: Beneficial for bees and butterflies
  • Commonly purchased with Eriogonum grande var. rubescens (Red-flowered buckwheat)

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