Also known as Buckwheat · 78 saves
Fagopyrum
Fagopyrum, the genus most gardeners know as buckwheat. We track 1 varieties; the ones most used by real gardeners.
The 1 most-saved Fagopyrum varieties
Species of Fagopyrum
Each one is a parent of the varieties above.
Track your Fagopyrum in Sow
Save the Fagopyrum you grow and get care reminders timed to your zone.
Fagopyrum questions
How many types of Fagopyrum are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 1 distinct Fagopyrum varieties. The most popular — ranked by 78 real gardeners — are shown first above.
What zones does Fagopyrum grow in?
Across its varieties, Fagopyrum covers USDA Zones 4–10. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Fagopyrum bloom?
Most Fagopyrum varieties bloom in mid-summer. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Fagopyrum should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.