Wild Buckwheat Mix
Eriogonum spp.
(also known as Umbrella buckwheat, Desert buckwheat, Indian tobacco, Sulphur buckwheat, Sulphur flower)
zones 3-8
50 seeds
Wild buckwheat (Eriogonum sp.) is a large genus in the Rocky Mountain region that includes many similar species that frequently cross-pollinate with one another. These plants are skilled at adapting to different growing conditions and there are slight differences in color, leaf shape, stalk length, etc. between species. Identification of wild buckwheats can be difficult and (in the wild, where we harvest our seeds) species isolation is never guaranteed. We have chosen to embrace this genetic diversity and the seed packets we sell contain seed from a variety of wild buckwheat plants found in the Rocky Mountain region. Photos show a sampling of the varieties found in our region.
Wild buckwheat is a perennial plant with basal leaves that usually form a large, flat mat up to 2’ wide. Flowering stems are typically 2-18” tall with an umbel flower arrangement borne at the end of long, slender stalks. Blooms range from creamy white to golden yellow, and are often tinged with pink, red, or purple. Many species of this plant are known for their long bloom time, typically starting in June and ending as late as November. The dependable flow of nectar makes it a great source for bees.
None of the varieties of Wild buckwheat are known to be poisonous, and many have traditional usage as food and medicine.
Wild buckwheat likes rocky, well-drained soil and will thrive (once established) in dry, sun-baked conditions. To start seed indoors, soak seed 5 hours in warm water. Rinse and sow onto soil. Cover lightly. Or sow directly into prepared beds in the autumn.
Eriogonum spp.
(also known as Umbrella buckwheat, Desert buckwheat, Indian tobacco, Sulphur buckwheat, Sulphur flower)
zones 3-8
50 seeds
Wild buckwheat (Eriogonum sp.) is a large genus in the Rocky Mountain region that includes many similar species that frequently cross-pollinate with one another. These plants are skilled at adapting to different growing conditions and there are slight differences in color, leaf shape, stalk length, etc. between species. Identification of wild buckwheats can be difficult and (in the wild, where we harvest our seeds) species isolation is never guaranteed. We have chosen to embrace this genetic diversity and the seed packets we sell contain seed from a variety of wild buckwheat plants found in the Rocky Mountain region. Photos show a sampling of the varieties found in our region.
Wild buckwheat is a perennial plant with basal leaves that usually form a large, flat mat up to 2’ wide. Flowering stems are typically 2-18” tall with an umbel flower arrangement borne at the end of long, slender stalks. Blooms range from creamy white to golden yellow, and are often tinged with pink, red, or purple. Many species of this plant are known for their long bloom time, typically starting in June and ending as late as November. The dependable flow of nectar makes it a great source for bees.
None of the varieties of Wild buckwheat are known to be poisonous, and many have traditional usage as food and medicine.
Wild buckwheat likes rocky, well-drained soil and will thrive (once established) in dry, sun-baked conditions. To start seed indoors, soak seed 5 hours in warm water. Rinse and sow onto soil. Cover lightly. Or sow directly into prepared beds in the autumn.
Eriogonum spp.
(also known as Umbrella buckwheat, Desert buckwheat, Indian tobacco, Sulphur buckwheat, Sulphur flower)
zones 3-8
50 seeds
Wild buckwheat (Eriogonum sp.) is a large genus in the Rocky Mountain region that includes many similar species that frequently cross-pollinate with one another. These plants are skilled at adapting to different growing conditions and there are slight differences in color, leaf shape, stalk length, etc. between species. Identification of wild buckwheats can be difficult and (in the wild, where we harvest our seeds) species isolation is never guaranteed. We have chosen to embrace this genetic diversity and the seed packets we sell contain seed from a variety of wild buckwheat plants found in the Rocky Mountain region. Photos show a sampling of the varieties found in our region.
Wild buckwheat is a perennial plant with basal leaves that usually form a large, flat mat up to 2’ wide. Flowering stems are typically 2-18” tall with an umbel flower arrangement borne at the end of long, slender stalks. Blooms range from creamy white to golden yellow, and are often tinged with pink, red, or purple. Many species of this plant are known for their long bloom time, typically starting in June and ending as late as November. The dependable flow of nectar makes it a great source for bees.
None of the varieties of Wild buckwheat are known to be poisonous, and many have traditional usage as food and medicine.
Wild buckwheat likes rocky, well-drained soil and will thrive (once established) in dry, sun-baked conditions. To start seed indoors, soak seed 5 hours in warm water. Rinse and sow onto soil. Cover lightly. Or sow directly into prepared beds in the autumn.