Eriogonum umbellatum 'Shasta Sulfur' - Shasta Sulfur Buckwheat (Plant) Fauna Exposition Park in Los Angeles

Exposition Park in Los Angeles

Grasses and grasslands are of increasing interest to conservationists

and gardeners who aren't willing to abandon their beloved pastime entirely are going to have to learn how to garden with the absolute minimum of water

One of our locally native species

Helianthus annuus (Common Sunflower)

Eriogonum umbellatum 'Shasta Sulfur' - Shasta Sulfur Buckwheat (Plant) Fauna Exposition Park in Los AngelesThis beautiful yellow flowered buckwheat is a great addition to a dry, sunny garden. Tolerant of heat and drought, attracts butterflies and gives summer color. A modest size for smaller gardens, borders and parkways. Plant Characteristics Family Name Polygonaceae Species Name Eriogonum umbellatum 'Shasta Sulfur' Common Name Shasta Sulfur Buckwheat Plant Type Perennial Sun Exposure Coast Sun, Coast Sun, Inland Part Sun, Water Requirement Low Soil Type