Santa Cruz Island Buckwheat (Eriogonum Arborescens) is a perennial shrub in the Polygonaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

A woody perennial shrub native to California’s Channel Islands, known for its pink flower clusters and drought tolerance.

Santa Cruz Island Buckwheat

Santa Cruz Island Buckwheat

Eriogonum Arborescens

A woody perennial shrub native to California’s Channel Islands, known for its pink flower clusters and drought tolerance.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Santa Cruz Island Buckwheat

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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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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Santa Cruz Island Buckwheat
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Taxonomy

Family:Polygonaceae
Genus:Eriogonum