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Eriogonum annuum

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Family: Polygonaceae
Genus: Eriogonum (er-ih-OG-uh-num) (Info)
Species: annuum (AN-yoo-um) (Info)

Category:
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Height:
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)

Spacing:
12-15 in. (30-38 cm)

Hardiness:
Unknown - Tell us

Sun Exposure:
Full Sun

Danger:
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Bloom Color:
Pale Pink
Silver/Gray

Bloom Time:
Unknown - Tell us

Foliage:
Silver/Gray

Other details:
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping

Soil pH requirements:
Unknown - Tell us

Propagation Methods:
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Seed Collecting:
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By lantana

Profile:

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Gardeners' Notes:

Rating	Author	Comment
Neutral	lantana	On Aug 25, 2001, lantana from Era, TX (Zone 7a) wrote: Lacy white flowers turn pink in fall. Food for the larva of Mormon Metalmark and Hairstreaks butterflies. Unusual grey/rose colored plant. Native to North America. This plant is becoming rare. Self-sows. Needs well-drained soil. Drought and heat tolerant. Adds a lacy effect to the tall border.

Regional...

This plant has been said to grow in the following regions:

Voca, Texas

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