Wilcox's Woollystar (Eriastrum Wilcoxii) is a annual herb in the Polemoniaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Eriastrum wilcoxii is an annual herb native to western North America, especially California, known for its woolly stems and delicate blue flowers.

Wilcox's Woollystar

Wilcox's Woollystar

Eriastrum Wilcoxii

Eriastrum wilcoxii is an annual herb native to western North America, especially California, known for its woolly stems and delicate blue flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, rocky, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, pollinator support, naturalizing

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Wilcox's Woollystar

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Prune
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Repot
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Polemoniaceae
Genus:Eriastrum