St. Catherine's Lace (Eriogonum Giganteum) is a perennial shrub in the Polygonaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

A large evergreen shrub native to the Channel Islands of California, known for its woolly gray leaves and dense clusters of small flowers.

St. Catherine's Lace

St. Catherine's Lace

Eriogonum Giganteum

A large evergreen shrub native to the Channel Islands of California, known for its woolly gray leaves and dense clusters of small flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for St. Catherine's Lace

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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