Sulpher Buckwheat

Eriogonum umbellatum

Also known as: Umbrella Plant, Sulphur Umbrella Plant

Plant Category: wildflowers

Light Conditions:

Full Sun

Soil Conditions:

Dry, Gravelly

Chinook Exposure:

Sheltered

Size:

6-12" T & Mat Forming

Bloom Period:

June - August

Bloom Colour:

Creamy White to Pink

Growth Habit:

Slow to Moderate

Spreads By:

Seeds

Features:

Birds
Butterflies
Bees
Native Bees
Fragrant
Berries
Fall Color
Small Spaces

Large Spaces
Good in Containers
Long Bloom Time
Deer Resistant
Attractive Seed Heads
Edible Parts
Medicinal Properties
Posionous

This item will ship from:

Wild About Flowers

Seed Price: $4.00
"Currently Unavailable"

Plug Price: $6.25

Eriogonum umbellatum (Sulpher Buckwheat)

Seeds Per Package: 5

Please Note: Plug orders being shipped have a minimum order requirement of 8 plugs. As the Trees & Shrubs will be coming from Wright Nurseries in central Alberta and the Wildflowers, Grasses & Vines from Wild About Flowers by Okotoks, AB, both categories have a minimum order of 8 plugs for plug orders being shipped.

Description: This beautiful wildflower has long-lasting appeal and attracts Butterflies. Creamy white buds open and eventually turn to burnt pink as the plant goes into seed then brilliant red fall foliage extends the colorful display. This plant needs winter snow-cover in the Chinook Zone. Plant in a rock garden, sunny hillside or a dry rocky site and enjoy.

Found in Nature: Dry, open rocky sites and embankments.

Distribution: Southern Rocky Mountains

Notes: Available as larger potted stock - pick up only.

Important Information: The "Bloom Period" is an indicator of the time period within which the wildflowers will bloom and does not describe the time period that a single plant will bloom. The "Sizes" listed are intended to be a general guideline to consult during plant selection. Plant growth and bloom times will vary depending on geographical location & individual site conditions. Please contact us with any questions you may have.