Nodding Buckwheat (Eriogonum Cernuum) is a annual herb in the Polygonaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Eriogonum cernuum is a delicate, many-flowered annual herb native to western North America, found in sandy and gravelly habitats including woodlands and sagebrush areas.

Nodding Buckwheat

Nodding Buckwheat

Eriogonum Cernuum

Eriogonum cernuum is a delicate, many-flowered annual herb native to western North America, found in sandy and gravelly habitats including woodlands and sagebrush areas.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
4-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, gravelly, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator attractor, drought tolerant planting

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Nodding Buckwheat

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Prune
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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.

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Taxonomy

Family:Polygonaceae
Genus:Eriogonum