How much sun does Alpine Golden Buckwheat need?

Alpine Golden Buckwheat grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Alpine Golden Buckwheat bloom?

Alpine Golden Buckwheat blooms in June, July, and August.

Where is Alpine Golden Buckwheat native?

Alpine Golden Buckwheat (Eriogonum flavum) is native to CO, ID, MT, ND and 6 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).

What pollinators does Alpine Golden Buckwheat attract?

Alpine Golden Buckwheat draws bees and beetles.

Is Alpine Golden Buckwheat HOA-friendly?

Alpine Golden Buckwheat is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

Alpine Golden Buckwheat

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Eriogonum flavum

Last reviewed: September 2026

Toxicity unknown

Alpine Golden Buckwheat (Eriogonum flavum) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

Light

full sun

Water

low

Size

2"–8" H × 4"–12" W

Bloom

Jun, Jul, Aug

Native to

CO, ID, MT, ND and 6 more states

Pollinators

bees, beetles

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Alpine golden buckwheat is a compact, low-growing perennial that forms neat mounds of silvery-green foliage. During summer months, it produces clusters of bright yellow flowers that create a cheerful carpet effect in sunny, dry locations.

In an HOA neighborhood

Alpine Golden Buckwheat is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.

Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.

Wildlife value

The bright yellow blooms attract native bees and beneficial beetles during the summer flowering period. This plant provides important nectar sources for pollinators in xeric garden environments.

Common questions

How much sun does Alpine Golden Buckwheat need?: Alpine Golden Buckwheat grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Alpine Golden Buckwheat bloom?: Alpine Golden Buckwheat blooms in June, July, and August.
Where is Alpine Golden Buckwheat native?: Alpine Golden Buckwheat (Eriogonum flavum) is native to CO, ID, MT, ND and 6 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
What pollinators does Alpine Golden Buckwheat attract?: Alpine Golden Buckwheat draws bees and beetles.
Is Alpine Golden Buckwheat HOA-friendly?: Alpine Golden Buckwheat is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

Native range data from the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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